Many people think of the Cosmopolitan as a citrus flavoured vodka cocktail... but in reality it isn't! The first written reference to the Cosmopolitan cocktail was actually in the 1934 book, 'Pioneers of Mixing at Elite Bars' featuring gin. Learn how to make the original and the best version of the Cosmopolitan with the recipe from our experts below.
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Ingredients 45ml Gin
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Garnish Orange peel Ice Cubed (for shaking) Glass Cocktail glass
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Equipment Checklist Shaker Hawthorne Strainer
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Recommended Gins |
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Instructions 1. Add all ingredients to shaker 2. Fill shaker with cubed ice 3. Seal shaker and shake firmly for 20 seconds 4. Strain into a chilled cocktail glass 5. Garnish with orange peel
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Bartender’s Top Tips Strain with both a regular strainer and a fine strainer to remove ice chips and create a silky smooth texture. Pre-chill glass in the freezer for 5 minutes to have a colder drink for longer |
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