Calvados Cosmo Twist

Other Family • December 16, 2025

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A photo of the Calvados Cosmo Twist cocktail containing Roger Groult 3 Year Reserve Pays D'Auge Calvados, Giffard Triple Sec, Dubonnet Rouge, Angostura Aromatic Bitters in a Martini.

Curiada Ingredients

2.00 fl oz Roger Groult 3 Year Reserve Pays D'Auge Calvados or alternative
0.50 fl oz Giffard Triple Sec or alternative
1.00 fl oz Dubonnet Rouge or alternative
2.00 dash Angostura Aromatic Bitters or alternative

Directions

Chill martini glass
Add all ingredients to mixing glass
Add ice to mixing glass
Stir well
Strain into chilled martini glass
Express orange zest twist over drink and drop into glass

Cocktail Description

The Calvados Cosmo Twist takes the beloved Cosmopolitan formula and replaces vodka with aged apple brandy for a sophisticated French makeover that's both familiar and wonderfully unexpected.

This elegant cocktail balances the rich apple notes of Roger Groult Calvados with orange liqueur's brightness, while Lillet Rouge adds subtle wine complexity and spice. The judicious dash of Angostura bitters ties everything together with its signature aromatic touch. Medium difficulty to prepare, this drink requires careful measurement and proper stirring technique, but doesn't demand specialized equipment or difficult-to-source ingredients. Perfect for autumn gatherings or holiday celebrations when apples are in season, it also makes an excellent digestif after dinner. The Calvados Cosmo Twist pairs beautifully with roasted poultry, pork dishes with apple accompaniments, or nutty cheese plates featuring Comté or aged Gouda.