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Cosmopolitan

The Cosmopolitan has an unclear history but seems to date back to the 1970's.  This drink experienced a popularity surge in the 1990's when it became the favorite drink of Carry Bradshaw in the Sex In The City show.   The Cosmopolitan is made with Absolut Citron vodka, Roses lime juice, tripe sec and cranberry juice.

Submitted By: Trader Vic
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Ingredients

1 1/4 ounces Absolut Citron vodka (about 2 1/2 tablespoons)
1/4 ounce Rose's lime juice (about 3/4 tablespoon)
1/4 ounce triple sec or Cointreau (about 3/4 tablespoon)
1/4 cup cranberry juice
1 cup ice cubes

Garnish: lime twist


Instructions

a cocktail shaker combine all ingredients. Shake well and strain into a Martini glass. Garnish drink with lime.

Serving glass: Martini
Posted: 1/22/2010 6:16:21 PM

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