Absolut wild berri cosmo
Go wild with your Cosmo!
Written by: Scott vAn Dort
Take a sip on the wild side with the Absolut Wild Berri Cosmo.
In this spin on a classic Cosmopolitan, switch out the citrus for juicy berry notes. Think sweet strawberry, balanced blueberry, and the juicy tartness of blackberries that make Absolut Wild Berri sing, along with the triple sec, lime and cranberry of a classic Cosmo.
Try the Absolut Wild Berri Cosmo recipe below!
Ingredients
- 40 ml Absolut Wild Berri
- 20 ml Triple Sec
- 20 ml Lime Juice
- 20 ml Sweetened Cranberry Juice
- 1 Orange Zest Twist
- Ice Cubes
What You’ll Need
- Boston Shaker
- Fine Mesh Strainer
- Hawthorne Strainer
- Cocktail Glass
- Peeler
- Citrus Elbow
How to Mix
- Fill your shaker with ice.
- Use a jigger to measure and pour 40 ml Absolut Wild Berri to your shaker.
- Cut a lime in half, use a citrus press or citrus elbow to juice your lime halves.
- Use the jigger to measure and pour in 20 ml lime juice.
- Measure and add in 20 ml triple sec, followed by 20 ml sweetened cranberry juice.
- Shake vigorously.
- Double strain your mixture using both a Hawthorne strainer and fine mesh strainer into a chilled cocktail glass.
- Peel orange zest, then twist over your cocktail and add to the drink as garnish.
Add a twist
Feeling all berried out? Shaking this Absolut Wild Berri Cosmo recipe up couldn’t be easier. Here are some ideas:
- Create a classic Cosmo with Absolut Citron instead of Absolut Wild Berri. With one little change, you’ve got a cocktail icon ready to serve.
- Trade out your Absolut Wild Berri for Absolut Vodka, say goodbye to the triple sec, and swap your lime juice for grapefruit juice, and you’ve got a Sea Breeze. Fruity, sweet, and a real crowd pleaser.
- Absolut Mandrin, with a helping of blood orange juice, adds some sun-ripened sweetness to the citrusy flavors of a classic Cosmo. It’s a subtle but delicious burst of flavor, perfect for summer party vibes.
- If you want to experiment further, why not try Absolut Lime, or any of our flavored vodkas as a base spirit?
Common questions
Still looking for tips and inspiration for Absolut Wild Berri Cosmo? We’ll leave you with these common questions.
The Cosmopolitan cocktail is very close to a vodka cranberry, but with the addition of triple sec and lime juice. This Absolut Wild Berri Cosmo recipe takes that recipe and switches out vodka for Absolut Wild Berri.
The Cosmopolitan is a versatile drink, and by swapping or adding a few ingredients, you can change the flavor profile in all sorts of tasty ways. Absolut Citron is a great spirit for a classic Cosmopolitan, or you could try Absolut Mandrin for something similar but sweeter. Or, if you’re feeling wild, Absolut Wild Berri can give you a serious twist on a cocktail classic.
The Cosmopolitan isn’t a spirit-forward cocktail, however you can add more vodka if you prefer. This recipe focuses on the flavor of all the ingredients, without drowning the smooth taste of the vodka out.
