Cosmo in the Snow Cocktail (Snow Globe Christmas Cosmopolitan)

by Carolyn Pascual White on December 9, 2025

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Sparkly, tart, and incredibly aesthetic, my Cosmo in the Snow Cocktail has arrived just in time for your holiday parties. Made with Empress Indigo Gin, Cointreau, white cranberry juice, and fresh lime juice, poured over a snow globe wonderland of rosemary trees, and cranberries, this Christmas cosmopolitan is seriously cute.

If you love holiday cocktails, you’ll also want to try my Snow Globe Margarita and my Cranberry Vanilla Sparkler.

I partnered with Empress Gin to mix up the Cosmo in the Snow recipe! Recipe and ideas are my own.

Holiday “Cosmo in the Snow” cocktail served in a clear ornament over a glass with cranberries, rosemary, and sparkling mixer.

If you’re looking for a showstopper this holiday season with all the bells and whistles but is actually super easy to make, you’ll love this Christmas Cosmopolitan. With just a bit of prep to get the snow globe ice frozen, the cocktail itself mixes up in just a few minutes. Empress 1908 Indigo Gin is not only smooth and floral but gives the drink a gorgeous color. It pairs perfectly with the citrus notes from Cointreau and lime and the sweetness of white cranberry juice. The club soda and pomegranate seeds create the magic of the snow globe ice that is adorned with rosemary trees and cranberries, a mini holiday moment in a glass.

Combining the sophistication of the cosmopolitan with the playfulness of the season, this drink is ideal for elegant holiday cocktail parties, a festive get-together or even a more casual ugly sweater party..

Recipe Ingredients

See the recipe card for quantities.

For the Cocktail

Empress 1908 Indigo Gin: The butterfly pea blossom in the gin creates a beautiful and bright purple color for the cocktail.
Cointreau: Triple sec works great too.
White cranberry juice: The white cranberry juice lets the color of the Empress really shine. White cranberry juice is more mild than tangy red cranberry juice, which adjusts the flavor profile of the drink. If you add red cranberry juice you may want to adjust the sweetness to taste.
Lime juice: Always use fresh squeezed.
Club soda: Or sparkling water.
Pomegranate seeds: Use for garnish as desired

For the Snow Globe Ice

Rosemary sprig: Fresh rosemary.
Cranberries: Ideally fresh, but frozen would also work
Water: For freezing the snow glob presentation

Tools & Equipment List

You can check out my favorite glasses here!

How to Make a Snow Globe Cocktail

Be sure to prepare at least 5 hours before planning to serve.

Step 1: Prepare snow globe ice – Add cranberries and an inch of water to a stemless wine glass. Trim a rosemary sprig so it fits inside the glass. Balance it in between the cranberries to look like a Christmas tree. Freeze until frozen solid, about 5 hours.

How to Make This Recipe

Step 1: To a fillable ornament ball – Add Empress 1908 Indigo Gin, Cointreau, white cranberry juice and lime juice.

Step 2: For serving, fill the snow globe ice glass halfway with club soda. If desired, add pomegranate seeds. Balance the cocktail ornament on the glass. When ready to enjoy, pour the cocktail mixture into the glass. Enjoy immediately.

Lavender-pink “Cosmo in the Snow” gin cocktail garnished with cranberries and rosemary, with festive décor in the background.

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Tips for Making a Cosmo in the Snow Cocktail

Make sure all ingredients are chilled ahead of time to ensure the cocktail is cold and crisp.
Prepare the ornaments in advance and store them in the refrigerator. This saves on time and with it being chilled, will keep the cocktail colder longer.
Use a stemless wine glass. The round shape and wider bottom are perfect for creating the winter wonderland in your glass. Plus, glasses with stems don’t do well in the freezer, they are more susceptible to falling over and breaking.
Mocktail Version: Eliminate gin and triple sec. Add 3 oz white cranberry juice and 1/2 oz lime juice to the ornament. Optionally, add 1 oz butterfly pea tea and a drop of orange blossom water.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I make a Christmas Cosmopolitan in an ornament?

Yes, you can. The Cosmo in the Snow Cocktail is made in an ornament. Just mix Empress 1908 Indigo Gin, Cointreau, white cranberry juice, lime juice, and club soda for the perfect Christmas Cosmopolitan.

What’s the difference between red and white cranberry juice?

While they both have a high sugar content, white cranberry juice has a more subtle and sweet flavor. Red cranberry juice tends to be more tangy and bitter which, when mixing in cocktails, can alter the flavor of the drink.

Can I make the Cosmo in the Snow Cocktail ahead of time?

Yes, you’ll need to make the snow globe ice ahead of time. The ice needs at least 5 hours to freeze. You can also batch the ornament cocktail ahead of time, just add the club soda and pomegranate seeds to the glass of snow globe ice when you are ready to serve. Don’t forget to make a few extra because they are just so fun and festive!

More Holiday Cocktails to Try

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