Cosmopolitan (cocktail)

Cosmopolitan
IBA official cocktail
A cosmopolitan garnished with a lemon twist
TypeCocktail
Base spirit
ServedStraight up: chilled, without ice
Standard garnishlime slice
Standard drinkware
Cosmopolitan or cocktail glass
IBA specified
ingredients†
PreparationShake all ingredients in cocktail shaker filled with ice. Strain into a large cocktail glass. Garnish with lime slice.
Commonly servedAll day
NotesThe drink should be a frothy bright pink color
Cosmopolitan recipe at International Bartenders Association
A cosmopolitan

A cosmopolitan, or, informally, a cosmo, is a cocktail made with vodka, Cointreau, cranberry juice, and freshly squeezed or sweetened lime juice.

The cosmopolitan is a member of the Gimlet family of cocktails. Though often presented far differently, the cosmopolitan also bears a likeness in composition to the kamikaze shooter.