Cosmopolitan
A vodka-based cocktail with orange liqueur, lime juice, cranberry juice, and simple syrup. It is tart and lightly sweet (off-dry), with moderate strength at about 15% ABV.
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Shake with ice and strain into a chilled coupe
Cosmopolitan
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Volume221 ml
Strength15% ABV
Alcohol32 ml (26 g)81 ml of vodka (40%)2.5 shots (of 30ml)
Sugar11 g (4.8%)2.5 sugar cubes
Acidity0.78%
Sweet vs sourBalanced
Cheryl Cooke, “Miami” (1985)
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Cosmopolitan