Cosmopolitan Recipe and Instructions (2024)

FAQs

Can you use Grand Marnier instead of Cointreau in a Cosmopolitan? ›

You can use Triple Sec, Cointreau, or Grand Marnier in our cosmopolitan recipe.

What Is the Best Vodka for a Cosmo? While purists will insist on a lemon-accented citron vodka such as Absolut Citron (and I recommend as much), there are more than a few ways to approach the cosmopolitan. The citrus accents to the vodka are somewhat key, however, unless you want to add lemon juice on your own.

On the OTR Cosmopolitan co*cktail

It is a classic, timeless favorite for a reason; our Cosmopolitan co*cktail recipe is made with imported EFFEN® vodka for exceptional smoothness. Often referred to as 'The Cosmo,' this pink co*cktail blends vodka with tart flavors of cranberry, triple sec, lemon, and lime.

In our opinion, Cointreau is more versatile in co*cktails.

With its light orange flavor and clean finish, it works well with lighter base spirits like light rums, gin, tequila, and vodka. Grand Marnier is much heavier, which can throw off a lighter style co*cktail like a Corpse Reviver #2 or Cosmopolitan.

While Cointreau is a premium option with a higher price point and ABV, triple sec is a more affordable and sweeter alternative. Regardless of your preference, Red & White offers both options for purchase, making it a convenient one-stop-shop for all your liquor needs.

A cosmopolitan, or simply "cosmo," is a vodka co*cktail made with triple sec, cranberry juice, and lime juice. The drink was invented in the 1930s, but rose in popularity in the 1990s. It became even more fashionable after it was frequently featured on Sex and the City.

Here's what's in a classic Cosmopolitan co*cktail: Vodka – Despite the drink's history, I make mine with regular, not flavored, vodka. Cointreau or triple sec – The sweet orange liqueur adds citrusy depth to the drink. Cranberry juice – For tart flavor and pretty pink color.

Appetisers: Enjoy your Cosmopolitan with a selection of elegant appetisers like smoked salmon canapés, bruschetta, or shrimp co*cktail. Light Pasta Dishes: Pair the co*cktail with light pasta dishes like linguine with clams or a lemon-infused pasta.

Bruised: When a co*cktail or martini has be over shaken and pieces of ice and oxygen bubble forms. This results in a cloudy or murky looking co*cktail.

Is triple sec the same as Cointreau? ›

While Grand Marnier and Cointreau are brand names of specific products, Triple Sec is actually a category in and of itself. Many brands make Triple Sec — in fact, Cointreau itself is a triple sec. The alcohol content in different types of Triple Sec vary quite a bit – from about 15 percent to as much as 40 percent.

Because a Cosmo contains juice, it needs to be shaken. Most bartenders follow a simple rule: if it contains citrus, shake! Shaking mixes the ingredients together properly and introduces air bubbles, so the drink pours out aerated.

After experimenting with different versions of the Kamikaze co*cktail he added a dash of cranberry juice to the drink. The first person to taste it exclaimed 'how cosmopolitan', which led to the name of the co*cktail.