How to Make a Cosmopolitan Drink

A Cosmopolitan is a terrific alcoholic drink, with a taste that is between sweet and sour. This drink is very easy to make, and is sure to be a hit at any party you make it for. The steps to making it are simple and easy.

Things You'll Need

• Cocktail shaker
• Ice
• Martini glass
• 1 ½ oz vodka
• ¾ oz triple sec
• 1 oz lime juice
• 3 ½ oz cranberry juice
• Lime or lemon wedge, and plain or flavored sugar (optional)

Instructions

1. 

   Fill your cocktail shaker halfway full of ice.

2. 

   Add the vodka, triple sec, lime juice and cranberry juice.

3. Shake vigorously a couple of times.

4. 

   Dip the edges of the martini glass into either water or cranberry juice and then quickly dip the glass into plain or flavored sugar.

5. 

   Strain into the martini glass.

6. 

   Serve with a lime or lemon wedge.

Tips & Warnings

• Keep your martini glasses chilled.

• Serve immediately for maximum flavor!

• Never drink and drive.