"There's nothing better than an order of hot, salty fries when you're a few drinks in, at least until you realize the kitchen's closed. It's a common dilemma for many late-night bar-goers, but one that can be easily solved by getting to the nearest McDonald's and those famous french fries. And it's even better if you just so happen to be drinking cosmopolitans, because then you're about to have one of the fanciest fast food experiences of your life."
"the sweet and tart "cranberry foundation almost mimics the fruity and acidic nature of ketchup," while the Cointreau provides "subtle orange notes with just enough sugar to balance every flavor in this snack-cocktail combo." They also mentioned that the pairing creates that much sought-after sweet and salty combination, as the salt acts as a flavor enhancer while the sugar helps soften any overly salty notes."
Late-night bar-goers often solve closed kitchens by heading to McDonald's for fries, which pair surprisingly well with a cosmopolitan cocktail. The cosmopolitan's cranberry base mimics the fruity, acidic profile of ketchup, while Cointreau adds subtle orange notes and sweetness that balance flavors. Salt on the fries enhances savory elements and sugar in the cocktail tempers excess salt, producing a sought-after sweet-and-salty combination. A panel of bartenders recommended the pairing. Pop-culture recognition dates back to Sex and the City, where a character orders fries with a cosmopolitan, and social media and forum posts have affirmed the taste pairing.
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