You can’t serve a Cosmo in a regular tumbler. That is a sin. It demands a martini glass—the one with the long stem that makes you feel like a million bucks even if you’re drinking it in sweatpants. The wide rim lets the aroma hit your nose before the vodka hits your soul.
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Now, for the garnish, you’ve got options. The classic is a flamed orange peel (just a twist of zest, no fruit pulp). Some bars use a lime wheel, which is fine, but lazy. If you see a maraschino cherry floating in there, run. That’s a sign of a bartender who gave up.
