Shake up the classic cosmopolitan martini by using orange infused smoked simple syrup.
5 from 2 votes

By Christie Vanover | Published May 6, 2018 | Last Updated February 16, 2023

martini glass filled with smoked cosmoplitan on gray background

Cosmopolitan martinis are traditionally made with vodka, cranberry juice, lime juice and triple sec (an orange liqueur). But this is a smoked cosmopolitan, so instead of the triple sec, it calls for orange-infused smoked simple syrup.

You get the same citrus kiss with an umami aroma that tickles your senses as you take a sip.

martini glass filled with smoked cosmoplitan by shaker and bottle on gray background

Here’s a link to the smoked simple syrup recipe. This drink uses orange rind as a flavor infuser. Have fun experimenting with many other combos to create fun martinis like a lemon drop martini using a lemon rind smoked simple syrup or an espresso martini using coffee bean-infused smoked simple syrup.

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martini glass filled with smoked cosmoplitan by shaker and bottle on gray background

Smoked Cosmopolitan Martini

Shake up the classic cosmopolitan martini by using orange infused smoked simple syrup.
5 from 2 votes
Prep Time 5 minutes
Servings 1

Ingredients
 

Garnish

  • orange zest

Instructions
 

  • Make a batch of smoked simple syrup and steep in a mason jar with orange rind.
  • Combine all of the ingredients in a cocktail shaker. Shake for 15-20 seconds. Strain into a martini glass. Garnish with orange zest.

Nutrition

Calories: 263kcalCarbohydrates: 34gSodium: 24mgSugar: 33gVitamin C: 7.3mgIron: 1.4mg

This estimate was created using an online nutrition calculator

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