Christmas Cosmopolitan Martini Recipe

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Stir up some Christmas magic with this cosmopolitan martini recipe. 

This festive cocktail has a bright cranberry hue and sparkling sugared rim with a flavorful punch perfect for the season. 

Perfect for hosting a holiday party or simply enjoying a quiet evening by the fire.

two Christmas Cosmopolitans cocktails on a red and green plaid napkin, garnished with cranberries and rosemary

Shake up the holidays with a Christmas Cosmopolitan

  • This ‘Claus-mopolitan’ cocktail is a real crowd-pleaser! Everyone loves how festive and fun it is.
  • It is so easy to make with a handful of ingredients and simple instructions, even the most beginner mixologist can whip this up.
  • This cocktail, made in a fancy glass, is so stunning. And garnished with fresh cranberries and rosemary, it is extra beautiful.
  • No matter if it’s the holidays, or just a simple dinner party, this recipe for cosmopolitan cocktail is great.
cranberry juice, vodka, triple sec, lime juice assembled to make Christmas Cosmopolitan Recipe

Elixer Essentials

Vodka: Use your favorite brand vodka for this recipe, or use a citrus infused vodka for even more flavor.

Triple Sec: Triple Sec is the favorite for this recipe, but other orange based liquors will also work such as Cointreau or Grand Marnier.

Cranberry Juice: Nothing can provide the iconic ruby red color and tartness that defines the cosmopolitan better than cranberry juice. Pomegranate juice is a close second with delicious taste.

Lime Juice: While fresh is best, lime juice in a bottle can be a convenient addition.

Ice Cubes: Ice is essential for chilling this delicious drink.

Optional Garnishes: Sugared rims, fresh cranberries, and rosemary sprigs bring a beautiful, festive flair to this cocktail. Not necessary, but highly recommended.

Creative Cocktail Combinations

Agave syrup or simple syrup can be added for a slightly sweeter drink.

Replace vodka with sparkling water or a non-alcoholic spirit and substitute triple sec with orange juice.

Christmas Cosmopolitan Recipe being poured from a shaker into a festive, sugar rimmed and decorated glass

How To Make A Christmas Cosmopolitan

  1. Rim glasses with sugar.
  2. Add all ingredients to shaker, and shake well.
  3. Pour into glass, and garnish as desired.
two Christmas Cosmopolitans on a red and plaid napkin, garnished with cranberries and rosemary

Pro Tips for Perfect Sips

  • Rim the glass just slightly before dipping it in sugar for an even coat.
  • Cold ingredients result in a better mix and a refreshing drink.
  • Shake the cocktail shaker vigorously to make sure the drink is well-mixed and chilled.
  • Preparing for a crowd? Multiply the ingredients and mix in a large pitcher. Keep it chilled and serve over ice as needed.
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I really hope you enjoy this Christmas Cosmopolitan Martini Recipe as much as my family does. Please rate and comment below.

two Christmas Cosmopolitans cocktails on a red and green plaid napkin, garnished with cranberries and rosemary
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Christmas Cosmopolitan Recipe

By Donnalea
Servings 2
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Equipment

  • Cocktail Shaker
  • Martini Glasses

Ingredients
  

  • 2 ounces vodka
  • 6 ounces cranberry juice
  • ½ ounce fresh lime juice
  • ½ ounce Triple Sec , or Cointreau or Grand Marnier
  • 1 cup ice cubes
  • sugar or rimming sugar, optional
  • fresh cranberries , optional
  • fresh rosemary sprig , optional

Instructions
 

  • Pour sugar onto a small plate that will fit the with of two decorative glasses. Use a fresh lime wedge to wet the edge of the glasses, turn each glass upside down and rotate the rim of the glass in the sugar. Set glasses aside.
  • Wash fresh cranberries and rosemary (if using), then dab dry. Set aside.
  • In a cocktail shaker, add ice cubes, vodka, cranberry juice, lime juice, and triple sec. Place lid on the shaker and shake for about 30 seconds, or until beverage is cooled.
  • Garnish as desired, or enjoy without garnish.

Notes

  • Nutrition calculated without sugar rim or garnish.

Nutrition

Calories: 128kcalCarbohydrates: 13gProtein: 0.4gFat: 0.1gSaturated Fat: 0.02gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.1gMonounsaturated Fat: 0.02gSodium: 9mgPotassium: 76mgFiber: 0.1gSugar: 13gVitamin A: 42IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 11mgIron: 0.2mg

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  1. 5 stars
    These are so tasty! My new favourite Christmas drink!

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