Four New Absolut Cosmopolitan Variations to Try

If you’re looking for a fancy new cocktail to make that not only looks good but tastes amazing, you might enjoy an Absolut cosmopolitan. This refreshing cocktail contains citron vodka, triple sec, lime juice, cranberry juice, and an orange zest garnish for a sweet, tart, and delightfully pink drink!

If you have already mastered the art of the regular cosmopolitan, there are numerous variations you can add to your mixology arsenal, including:

1. Raspberry Cosmopolitan

If you want a cosmopolitan that still packs a stunning visual punch, yet offers a slightly different flavor than the original, this raspberry cosmopolitan may be just what you’re looking for.

Instructions (1 serving):

1. Place a cocktail glass into your freezer at least 30 minutes before you plan to make the cocktail
2. Muddle four fresh or previously frozen raspberries with 1.5 ounces of citrus vodka, one ounce of triple sec, and a tablespoon of lime juice in a shaker
3. Add ice to the shaker, and shake vigorously
4. Pour the mixture into the chilled cocktail glass
5. Add two or three raspberries to the top as a garnish and serve

Although this recipe calls for citrus vodka, you can also use regular, strawberry, or any other flavor of vodka you think would complement the other flavors in this cocktail.

2. Sparkling Cosmopolitan

Whether you’re hosting brunch, celebrating a bridal or baby shower, or simply want to add a little bubbly to your cosmopolitan, this recipe maintains the classic flavors of cosmopolitans with just enough of a twist to delight your guests.

Instructions (one serving):

1. Place a champagne flute into the freezer
2. Add 1.5 ounces of citrus vodka, one ounce of triple sec, a tablespoon of fresh lime juice, and a splash of cranberry juice to a shaker bottle. Shake vigorously.
3. Pour mixture into the chilled champagne flute and top with a splash of Prosecco sparkling wine
4. Serve immediately

You can get creative with this recipe by trying different types of sparkling wine, splashes of other juices, and even by adding fresh herbs to the shaker bottle for an extra flavor.

3. Dark Cosmopolitan

Cosmopolitan drinks are normally easy to spot, thanks to their bright and colors, but you can flip that idea on its head with the dark cosmopolitan. This cocktail relies on purple grape juice to give it a sweet flavor and dark color.

Instructions (one serving):

1. Chill a cocktail glass in the freezer for at least 30 minutes
2. Add a tablespoon of lime juice, an ounce of Cointreau, an ounce of grape juice, and an ounce of citrus vodka to a shaker bottle with ice
3. Shake vigorously before pouring mixture into chilled glass and enjoying immediately

Other juices can also provide the dark color of this cocktail, such as pomegranate, blueberry, or even black currant juice. Don’t be afraid to experiment with juice mixes, either, such as cran-blackberry or simple mixed berry flavors.

4. Blue Cosmopolitan

This blue cosmopolitan contains Cucracao, a liqueur that is made with dried bitter orange laraha fruits that grow on the island of Curacao. This liqueur is naturally colorless, though most sellers add bright blue or orange colors to it.

Instructions (one serving):

1. Thoroughly chill a martini class in the freezer
2. Add one ounce of citrus vodka, one ounce of white cranberry juice, a half ounce of Curacao, a tablespoon of lime juice, and orange zest to a shaker with ice
3. Shake vigorously, and pour into the glass. Top with an orange wedge, if desired

Lemon-flavored vodka also works well in this recipe, as would several other vodka or juice flavors. Play around with it until you get exactly the flavor you want!