Cosmopolitan Cocktail Ingredients: How To Recreate The Summer Favourite At Home
Experiencing a resurgence during the summer, the cosmopolitan cocktail is most commonly associated with the season due to its vibrant colour and fruity profile. Whether it features on summer brunch menus or is served at relaxed evening gatherings, the cocktail is effortlessly elegant and of an eclectic flavour profile. If you’re looking to recreate the cocktail at home, here’s a simple recipe that can be multiplied to cater to a large group.
Cosmopolitan Cocktail Ingredients [Makes 1 serving]
- 30 ml citrus vodka
- 1 tablespoon triple sec
- 25 ml cranberry juice
- Juice of ½ lemon
- Orange peel twist, for garnish
Cosmopolitan Cocktail Making Instructions
- In a shaker filled with ice, add all the ingredients except the garnish.
- Shake well for 20-30 seconds or until the surface of the shaker is cold to touch.
- Strain into a martini cocktail glass and garnish with an orange peel twist before serving.
Cosmopolitan Cocktail Ingredient Swaps And Key Tips
- Replace cranberry juice with watermelon juice or diluted strawberry crush for a seasonal spin on the classic.
- Ensure that the ingredients used to make the cocktail are fresh and of high quality, to maintain flavour integrity as well as an authentic cocktail structure.
- For added texture, muddle in fresh strawberries or raspberries and pour the cocktail into a serving glass without straining.
- Opt to use prosecco or sparkling wine to make a fizzy version of the drink; for a summer-friendly variation, it is also ideal to serve the cocktail in a slushie form.
- If you’re unable to source a citrus-infused vodka, increase the quantity of lemon juice used in the recipe and pair it with regular vodka instead.
- Experiment with a host of garnishes for presentation – skewered berries, a slice of orange, two or three frozen cranberries or even a lime wheel should do the trick.
- Seeking drama while presenting? Simply add a ball of cotton candy to the serving glass at the table or bar counter before pouring in the cocktail from the shaker – leaving your guests in wonder as they watch the sweet treat dissolve.
- To make presentation theatrical, squeeze the orange peel twist over an open flame to release its oils and produce an aroma that envelops the drink. It is advisable to do this with safety measures/supervision in place.
*Drink Responsibly. This communication is for audiences above the age of 25.
