Cosmopolitan

classic #cocktail #vodka #cranberry #90s

Spec

  • 1.5 oz Citrus vodka (or plain vodka)
  • 0.75 oz Cointreau
  • 0.75 oz Lime juice (fresh)
  • 0.5 oz Cranberry juice
  • Lemon peel, expressed and discarded

Build

Shake all ingredients with ice for 12 seconds. Double-strain into a chilled coupe. Express lemon peel over the surface and discard (flame optional, not required).

Story

1980s evolution, Toby Cecchini at the Odeon NYC popularized the modern spec. Sex and the City made it shorthand for a generation.

Service note

Coupe, no ice. Never garnish with a wedge — peel only. Pink color is the visual; if it's red, too much cranberry.

Tasting notes

Tart, citrus, lightly sweet. Should NOT taste like cranberry juice.

Costing

  • Pour cost: $2.50
  • Menu price: $16
  • Margin: 84%

Costing is directional. Confirm against current beverage grid when invoices update.