How do I shake a smoky cosmopolitan?

Add a touch of smoky sophistication to your cocktail repertoire with our Smoky Cosmopolitan recipe! Prepare to feel like you're sipping in a trendy city rooftop bar.

You'll need

Items needed to answer the question, How do I shake a Smoky Cosmopolitan. Items include: Vodka Cranberry juice Lime juice Granulated sugar Water

Vodka 2 ounces
Cranberry juice 1 ounce
Lime juice ½ ounce
Granulated sugar 1 cup
Water 1 cup

Take note
Please note that the smoky flavor in this cocktail comes from using a smoke-infused simple syrup. Make sure to follow the instructions carefully when working with smoke and open flames. Also, remember to drink responsibly and enjoy in moderation!

1

Prepare the Smoke-infused Simple Syrup

In a small saucepan, combine 1 cup of granulated sugar and 1 cup of water. Bring the mixture to a simmer over medium heat, stirring occasionally until the sugar is completely dissolved. Remove the saucepan from the heat and allow the syrup to cool slightly. Next, using a smoking gun or a handheld food smoker, infuse the simple syrup with smoky flavor. Follow the manufacturer's instructions for your specific smoking equipment. Once infused, strain the syrup through a fine-mesh sieve to remove any residue. Set the smoke-infused simple syrup aside.

2

Mix the Cosmopolitan

In a cocktail shaker, add 2 ounces of vodka, 1 ounce of cranberry juice, ½ ounce of lime juice, and ½ ounce of the smoke-infused simple syrup you prepared earlier. Fill the shaker with ice cubes. Give the shaker a good shake for about 10-15 seconds to chill the ingredients and combine the flavors. You want that perfect blend of smokiness and tartness! When you're done shaking, strain the mixture into a chilled martini glass. If you like, garnish with a twist of lime peel for an extra touch of elegance.