AN ADAPTABLE COSMOPOLITAN COCKTAIL

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In case you couldn't help but wonder, this more refined Cosmopolitan is not a robust red but a dusty pink, deeply chilled, and walks the line between sweet and sour. You can even shed the notion that it must be served in a martini glass, and serve it in a coupe or smaller cocktail glass instead. Whatever your vessel, tuck it in the freezer for about 10 minutes to properly chill before pouring.

Provided by Rebekah Peppler

Categories     cocktails

Yield 1 drink

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 1/2 ounces vodka (citrus or regular), gin or tequila
3/4 ounce cranberry juice cocktail, or use a dash of pomegranate molasses or a bit of raspberry jam diluted with water
1/2 ounce orange liqueur (such as Pierre Ferrand Dry CuraƧao, Cointreau or triple sec)
1/2 ounce fresh lime juice
Ice, as needed
Lime wedge or lemon twist (optional)

Steps:

  • Set coupe glass or other cocktail glass in the freezer to chill for 10 minutes.
  • In a shaker, combine the vodka, cranberry juice cocktail, orange liqueur and lime juice. Add ice and shake until very well chilled.
  • Strain cocktail into chilled glass. Garnish with lime wedge or lemon twist, if desired.

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