Name: How to mix a perfect cosmopolitan cocktail
Uploaded: 2014-06-14T02:58:23.000Z
Duration: 2 min 32 s
Description: A perfect cosmopolitan is a must at any cocktail party. Mixologist Allen Katz shares his technique for mixing the perfect cosmo.

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A perfect cosmopolitan is a must at any cocktail party. Mixologist Allen Katz shares his technique for mixing the perfect cosmo.

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