Best 10 A Jolly Christmas Special Cosmo Or Red Hot Lovers Cosmo Recipes

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Christmas is a time for joy, laughter, and celebration. And what better way to celebrate than with a delicious and festive cocktail? In this article, we'll share two holiday-inspired variations on the classic Cosmopolitan: the Jolly Christmas Special Cosmo and the Red Hot Lovers Cosmo. Both are sure to get you into the holiday spirit!

The Jolly Christmas Special Cosmo is a delightful twist on the traditional Cosmo, featuring a blend of cranberry juice, lime juice, Cointreau, vodka, and a splash of grenadine. This cocktail is garnished with a festive twist of orange peel and a candy cane, making it a perfect choice for any holiday party or gathering.

The Red Hot Lovers Cosmo is a spicy and seductive take on the classic Cosmo. This cocktail combines cranberry juice, lime juice, Cointreau, vodka, and a dash of cayenne pepper. The result is a cocktail that is both sweet and spicy, with a lingering warmth that will leave you feeling festive and satisfied.

No matter which Cosmo you choose to make, you're sure to enjoy this delicious and festive holiday treat. So gather your friends, put on some holiday music, and let's get started!

Let's cook with our recipes!

SPARKLING COSMO



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Make and share this Sparkling Cosmo recipe from Food.com.

Provided by FLKeysJen

Categories     Beverages

Time 10m

Yield 1 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 1/2 ounces vodka (citrus flavor)
3/4 ounce Cointreau liqueur
3/4 ounce Chambord raspberry liquor
1 1/2 ounces cranberry juice
3/8 ounce freshly squeezed lime juice
champagne

Steps:

  • Shake first five ingredients with ice and strain into a chilled glass; top with champagne.
  • Serve in a flute garnished with a flamed orange twist.

A JOLLY CHRISTMAS SPECIAL COSMO OR RED HOT LOVERS COSMO



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You pick the name! This wonderful drink we made for Christmas using Cranberry Liqueur by eebrag recipe #103136. I'm not sure if the stores have any cranberry Liqueur for sale if they do give it a try if you can't wait to make the liqueur by eebrag. This would be great for Valentines Days!

Provided by Rita1652

Categories     Beverages

Time 5m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

1/2 cup vodka, well chilled
1/2 cup cranberry juice, well chilled
1/2 cup triple sec
1/2 cup cranberry liqueur, Cranberry Liqueur well chilled
1 lime, juice of

Steps:

  • In a shaker fill with ingredients add ice and shake.
  • Pour into a martini glass.
  • Garnish with lime slice and fresh cranberries.

PEACH COSMO



Peach Cosmo image

This drink is from the Signature Lounge in the John Hancock Center in Chicago. The Signature Lounge on the 96th floor, opened in 1993, and from there you can gaze out over the Windy City. The drink to order, in true Sex and the City fashion: the sugary Peach Cosmo.

Provided by Crafty Lady 13

Categories     < 15 Mins

Time 2m

Yield 1 drink

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 1/2 ounces vodka
3/4 ounce peach schnapps
3/4 ounce cranberry juice cocktail
lime wedge, for garnish (optional)

Steps:

  • Fill a cocktail shaker halfway with ice. Add the vodka, peach schnapps and cranberry juice cocktail. Shake well, then strain into a cocktail glass. Garnish with lime, if desired.

BONEFISH WINTER WHITE COSMO



Bonefish Winter White Cosmo image

Make and share this Bonefish Winter White Cosmo recipe from Food.com.

Provided by shmeks02

Categories     Beverages

Time 5m

Yield 1 martini, 1 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

1/2 ounce white cranberry juice
1/2 ounce lime juice
1/2 ounce orange liquor
1 1/2 ounces stoli cranberry vodka
4 frozen cranberries

Steps:

  • 1. Mix juice and liquor together in a shaker with ice.
  • 2. Shake well.
  • 3. Pour into martini glass.
  • 4. Add cranberries as garnish.

COSMOPOLITAN COCKTAIL



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The cosmopolitan, typically referred to as the 'cosmo,' gained popularity during the 1990s when it was frequently mentioned on the television show Sex and the City. The combination of vodka, orange liqueur, lime juice, and cranberry juice have made it a timeless classic.

Provided by Home Happy Hour

Categories     Drinks Recipes     Cocktail Recipes     Vodka Drinks Recipes

Time 5m

Yield 1

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 ½ fluid ounces vodka
¼ fluid ounce lime juice
¼ fluid ounce triple sec
¼ fluid ounce cranberry juice
1 cup ice
1 lime wedge for garnish

Steps:

  • Combine vodka, lime juice, triple sec, and cranberry juice in a cocktail shaker. Add ice, cover and shake until chilled. Strain into a chilled cocktail glass.
  • Garnish with a lime wedge.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 130.5 calories, Carbohydrate 5.6 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 0.1 g, Sodium 1.3 mg, Sugar 4.2 g

CUPID'S COSMO



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Make and share this Cupid's Cosmo recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Rita1652

Categories     Beverages

Time 5m

Yield 1 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 1/2 ounces vodka
1 ounce Grand Marnier
2 ounces cranberry juice
1/2 ounce fresh lime juice

Steps:

  • Place all in a shaker with lots of ice and shake well.
  • Pour into a chilled martini glass.
  • Garnish with and orange rind.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 140.3, Fat 0.1, Sodium 2, Carbohydrate 9.4, Fiber 0.1, Sugar 7.4, Protein 0.1

DISARONNO COSMO



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Another fun one from the Disaronno website. If you enjoy amaretto and cosmos, here you go! http://www.disaronno.com/home.aspx

Provided by Mommy Diva

Categories     Beverages

Time 3m

Yield 1 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 3

1 ounce amaretto di saronno liqueur
1 ounce Bacardi Limon
1 ounce cranberry juice (recipe calls for a dash, more folks seem to prefer an ounce)

Steps:

  • Pour all ingredients into a shaker of cracked ice.
  • Strain into a martini glass and garnish with a cherry or lemon slice.
  • Enjoy! ;).

GRAPEFRUIT COSMO



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Make and share this Grapefruit Cosmo recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Miss V

Categories     Beverages

Time 5m

Yield 1 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 ounce vodka
1/2 ounce triple sec
1/2 cup grapefruit juice
1 teaspoon lime juice

Steps:

  • In a shaker with ice, mix together the vodka, triple sec, grapefruit juice, and lime juice. Strain into a martini glass.
  • Upgrade: Add 1 teaspoon Campari to the shaker before straining.
  • Real Simple, DECEMBER 2007.

MEXICAN COSMO



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Make and share this Mexican Cosmo recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Rita1652

Categories     Beverages

Time 5m

Yield 1 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 ounce fresh lime juice
1 teaspoon sugar
1 1/2 ounces tequila
1 ounce triple sec
1 ounce cranberry juice

Steps:

  • Place all in a shaker with ice and shake well.
  • Dip rim into cranberry juice then sugar.
  • Pour into the glass and garnish with an lime slice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 40.2, Fat 0.1, Sodium 1.3, Carbohydrate 10.8, Fiber 0.1, Sugar 8.3, Protein 0.1

SNOW COSMO



Snow Cosmo image

Make and share this Snow Cosmo recipe from Food.com.

Provided by NcMysteryShopper

Categories     Beverages

Time 3m

Yield 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

3 ounces smirnoff twist citrus-infused vodka
2 ounces Cointreau liqueur or 2 ounces patron citronge
3 ounces white cranberry juice
1 slice lime, to taste
cranberries, garnish

Steps:

  • Add all ingredients to a cocktail shaker with ice and shake.
  • Strain into a long stemmed glass and garnish with skewered cranberries.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 121.2, Sodium 1.3, Carbohydrate 5.8, Sugar 5

Tips:

  • Use fresh cranberries for the best flavor. Frozen cranberries can also be used, but they will not have as much flavor.
  • Make sure the cranberry sauce is completely cooled before using it in the cocktail. This will help to prevent the cocktail from becoming too diluted.
  • If you don't have any cranberry sauce, you can make your own by simmering fresh or frozen cranberries with sugar and water until the cranberries have burst and the sauce has thickened.
  • The Red Hot Lovers Cosmo is a great cocktail for a party. It's easy to make and can be made ahead of time.
  • Both the Jolly Christmas Special Cosmo and the Red Hot Lovers Cosmo are festive and delicious cocktails that are perfect for the holiday season.

Conclusion:

The Jolly Christmas Special Cosmo and the Red Hot Lovers Cosmo are both delicious and festive cocktails that are perfect for the holiday season. They're easy to make and can be made ahead of time, making them a great option for parties. If you're looking for a fun and festive cocktail to enjoy this holiday season, give one of these recipes a try.

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