Zippy Cosmopolitan: Flawless Cosmopolitan with Lemon Juice

If y’all want a cranberry lemon vodka cocktail that hits every note, the Zippy Cosmopolitan is your girl. Bright. Balanced. Fresh. This version uses a touch of cranberry and a citrus forward profile for a clean, memorable sip.

It is a classic done right with a lively twist.

The Cosmopolitan: A Classic with a Twist

A Cosmo is simple and elegant. Vodka. Triple sec. Citrus. Cranberry. Our version keeps that spirit but leans on El Guapo Lemon Drop Mixer for a built in balance of lemon, lime and gentle sweetness. It keeps the process easy and the flavor consistent. The result is vibrant, crisp and impossible to forget.

Zippy Cosmopolitan: A Cranberry Lemon Vodka Recipe

Ingredients

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• 2 oz El Guapo™ Lemon Drop Mixer
• 2 oz Vodka
• 1 tablespoon unsweetened cranberry juice
  
• 0.5 oz Triple Sec
• Lemon wedge, lemon wheel and granulated sugar for garnish

Instructions

1. Moisten the rim of a martini glass with a lemon wedge. Dip in sugar and shake off the excess.
   
2. Add the Lemon Drop Mixer, vodka, cranberry juice and triple sec to a shaker.
   
3. Fill the shaker with ice and shake hard until frosty.
   
4. Strain into the prepared glass.
   
5. Garnish with a lemon wheel.

Tips for the Perfect Zippy Cosmopolitan

• Chill your glass so the drink stays cold from the first sip to the last.
  
• Use unsweetened cranberry juice for clean tartness. Sweetened juice muddies the balance.
  
• A high quality mixer like El Guapo Lemon Drop Mixer brings bright citrus and saves you from squeezing lemons and limes at home.

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Frequently Asked Questions 

What is the difference between a Cosmopolitan and a Lemon Drop?

A Cosmo brings cranberry to the party. A Lemon Drop stays focused on sweet tart lemon. Both use vodka but the flavor profiles are very different.

Why do you shake a Cosmopolitan?

Shaking chills, dilutes and aerates the drink which creates a smoother texture.

Can I use fresh lime and lemon juice instead of a mixer?

You can. It takes more ingredients and is harder to keep consistent. Our mixer gives you the right balance every time.