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

Rim glasses with sugar.
Add all ingredients to shaker, and shake well.
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.

a Christmas Cosmopolitan martini on a red and green plaid napkin, garnished with cranberries and rosemary, and with ingredients in the background

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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.

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Christmas Cosmopolitan Recipe

Donnalea

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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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