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White Cosmopolitan Cocktail Drink

White Cosmopolitan Recipe

Gavin Wrigley Written by Gavin Wrigley
Try the White Cosmopolitan cocktail recipe for a refreshing twist! Blend vodka, triple sec, white cranberry juice, and lime juice for a crisp and elegant drink.
Prep time: 1 minute
Mixing time: 1 minute
Servings: 1
Calories: 202

Ingredients
 

  • 1½ oz Vodka
  • 1 oz Triple Sec
  • 1 oz white cranberry juice
  • ½ oz lime juice
  • Ice cubes
  • Lime wheel or twist - for garnish, optional

Equipment

  • Cocktail Shaker
  • Measuring Jigger
  • Strainer & Fine-strainer
  • Martini Glass

Instructions

  • Prep Glass: Chill your martini glass with some ice cubes
  • Add Juices: Pour 1 oz white cranberry juice and ½ oz lime juice into the shaker.
  • Add Triple Sec: Measure and add 1 oz Triple Sec.
  • Add Vodka: Pour 1½ oz Vodka into the shaker.
  • Prep Shaker: Fill your cocktail shaker with ice cubes.
  • Shake Well: Secure the lid and shake the mixture vigorously for about 15 seconds.
  • Strain and Serve: Fine strain the cocktail into your empty chilled martini glass.
  • Garnish: Add a lime wheel or twist for garnish.

Notes

Substitutes:

  • Vodka: If you're out of vodka, gin can add an interesting botanical twist to the drink.
  • Triple Sec: Cointreau or Grand Marnier work well as substitutes if you want a slightly richer orange flavor.
  • White Cranberry Juice: Regular cranberry juice can be used, but it will change the color and add more tartness.
  • Lime Juice: Fresh lemon juice can replace lime juice with a different citrus note.

Making a Pitcher of White Cosmopolitan:

  • Scale: To make a pitcher serving 8, multiply all ingredients by 8. Use 12 oz of vodka, 8 oz of triple sec, 8 oz of white cranberry juice, and 4 oz of lime juice.
  • Mix: In a large pitcher, combine all ingredients with ice and stir well.
  • Serve: Pour into individual chilled martini glasses, garnish with lime wheels or twists, and serve immediately.

Making it Non-Alcoholic:

  • Vodka Substitute: Use a non-alcoholic spirit that mimics vodka's neutral profile.
  • Triple Sec Substitute: Opt for an orange-flavored syrup or non-alcoholic orange liqueur alternative.
  • Proceed As Usual: Follow the original steps using these substitutes for a non-alcoholic version.