Okay, I don’t actually remember drinking Cosmopolitans before “Sex and the City,” but they have definitely become one of my classic cocktails.  I can’t say that I really identify with any of the characters on the show (personally, I think they’re all nuts) BUT Samantha is who I want to meet for cocktails.

Three things about Cosmos:  I make them by the pitcher because (as with all of my cocktails) once you’ve had one, it’s easier to pour than to mix; I only use fresh lime juice, otherwise don’t bother making a Cosmo; and finally, I like my home cocktails a little juicier (I think a cocktail is more refreshing when it doesn’t have a harsh alcohol burn)…oh, and beautiful stemware helps them to taste better! (But that’s four)

Ingredients:
8 oz Vodka
2 oz Triple Sec
2 oz lime juice
16 oz Cranberry Juice
ice
sliced lime for garnish

How I make it:

Combine all ingredients in your sexiest cocktail pitcher, stir in a couple of handfuls of ice, strain into glass,  garnish individual drinks with lime. Makes approximately 6 Cosmos.

Cheers!