The Urbanpolitan
A grittier, sassier version of the classic Cosmo, this cocktail is a combination of citrus vodkas, sour mix, cranberry juice and lime juice.
A grittier, sassier version of the classic Cosmo, the Urbanpolitan is a combination of citrus vodkas, sour mix, cranberry juice and lime juice. Photo by Evan Sklar
By:
Nicole Tomassini
Ingredients:
lemon-flavored vodka
orange liqueur
lemoncello
cranberry juice
fresh lime juice
sour mix
lemon peel, garnish
Preparation:
Add two parts lemon-flavored vodka, 1/4 ounce orange liqueur, 1/4 ounce lemoncello, 1/4 ounce cranberry juice, 1/4 fresh lime juice and 1/4 ounce sour mix into a shaker. Shake and strain into a martini glass. Garnish with a lemon peel.
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