Cosmopolitan
Description
The Cosmopolitan is a vodka-based cocktail characterized by its beautiful pink color. Born in the 1980s, it perfectly balances the sweet and sour taste of cranberry juice with the refreshing lime, making it particularly popular among women. True to its name meaning 'international person,' it has become a beloved classic cocktail worldwide.
Origin
Country of Origin: United States （1980年代）
Created by bartender Cheryl Cook in Miami, Florida around 1985-1986, the current recipe was later perfected by Toby Cecchini in New York.
Birth Date Meaning
Magnificence
Born in the 1980s during a period of internationalization and women's advancement in society, the word 'magnificence' was chosen to symbolize radiant women, reflecting its beautiful pink color and sophisticated taste.
Famous Quotes
- "After two Cosmopolitans, any man looks good" - Sex and the City
Trivia
- Madonna, the Queen of Pop, loved drinking it during the filming of 'Evita', making it world-famous
- Became popular in Japan through the TV show 'Sex and the City' where protagonist Carrie always ordered it
- A predecessor recipe called 'Cosmopolitan Daisy' was published in a 1934 publication
- In America, it's affectionately known as 'Cosmo'
- An IBA official cocktail classified as a 'Contemporary Classic'
Recipe
Ingredients:
- Citron Vodka - 40 ml
- Cointreau - 15 ml
- Cranberry Juice - 30 ml
- Fresh Lime Juice - 15 ml
- Ice - 適量
Instructions:
- Chill the cocktail glass
- Fill shaker with ice
- Add vodka, Cointreau, cranberry juice, and lime juice
- Shake vigorously
- Strain into the chilled cocktail glass
- Garnish with lime wheel or orange peel
- Serve immediately