Christmas Cosmopolitan
A festive twist on the classic Cosmo with cognac warmth and spiced falernum
- 1 ozcitrus vodka
- ½ ozcognac
- ¾ ozcointreau
- 1 ozcranberry juice
- ½ ozfresh lime juice
- ¼ ozfalernum
- rosemary sprig and sugared cranberriesgarnish
- 1Add all ingredients to a shaker with ice.
- 2Shake vigorously until well chilled.
- 3Double strain into a chilled martini glass.
- 4Garnish with a rosemary sprig and sugared cranberries.
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The Christmas Cosmopolitan evolved as bartenders sought to give the iconic 1990s cocktail a seasonal twist. Adding cognac provides warmth and depth, while falernum contributes holiday spice notes. The result maintains the elegance of the original while adding festive complexity.
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