The Cosmo combines vodka, triple sec, cranberry juice, and a splash of lime—it’s a sweet, tangy, and bright cocktail that’s both stylish and delicious.

Cosmo

Ingredients

  • 1.5 oz (45 ml) vodka
  • 0.75 oz (22.5 ml) Cointreau
  • 0.5 oz (15 ml) cranberry juice
  • 0.5 oz (15 ml) fresh lime juice
  • Orange oil and lime wheel for garnish

Steps

  1. Place a coupe glass in the freezer to chill.
  2. In a shaker, combine the vodka, Cointreau, cranberry juice, and lime juice.
  3. Add cubed ice to the shaker and shake vigorously for about 15 seconds.
  4. Strain the cocktail into the chilled coupe glass.
  5. Express orange oil onto the surface of the cocktail by squeezing a small piece of orange peel over the drink.
  6. Garnish with a lime wheel and serve immediately.