The big issue: Beer goggles
By cosmo life
Ever woken up with a feeling that the ‘hotty’ you pulled last night was actually more David Blunkett than David Beckham?According to scientists, the phenomenon of beer goggles - when drinking alcohol makes even the roughest of diamonds look like husband material - is even more prominent in women than men.What do you think? Does alcohol make people seem more attractive than they really are, or…
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Everybody’s talking about… Six packs
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Muscle men were the hot topic in the Cosmo discussion forums this week.But not all Cosmo girls find six packs a turn on. j0j0 wrote: ‘I personally don’t like them, they look wierd. And I hate when the muscles aren’t lined up right so its like a wonky six pack!’Do you find six packs sexy? You can check out some of the finest on Cosmo’s centrefolds here.Tell us your views in the comment box…
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Fruit Sparkler
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Freshen up the festivities with this fruity drink. It’s a beautiful blend of indulgent Disaronno Amaretto and fresh fruit juices that are the perfect partner for any party.Ingredients:2 parts fruit liqueur1 part peach juice¼ part fresh lemon juice¼ part fresh lime juice6 parts pomegranate juice1 peachAdd all ingredients to a shaker filled with ice and shake sharply. Strain into a…
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Festive Fizz
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This delicious drink is one elegant number! It’s sophisticated sipping as it’s fun to create and looks fabulous too. Made from a delectable fruit-infused Disaronno Amaretto this tipple is one to taste.Ingredients:2 parts fruit liqueur1 part fresh lemon juice¼ part sugar syrupSparkling wine2 blueberriesAdd the first three ingredients to a shaker filled with ice and strain into a chilled…
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Elephant Tusk
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Serve the spirit of Africa with a milky tipple that will warm you up and let you indulge. Made from Amarula Cream, this cocktail is a fusion of warmed milk and velvety smooth liqueur.Ingredients: 1 part coffee and cream liqueur2 parts espresso 6 parts milk Froth the coffee and cream liqueur and the milk together then make as a normal white coffee. Serve in a coffee cup. Next…
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African Mocha
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Warm up winter and sip this sensational African-inspired drink made with Amarula Cream it marries the magical taste of coffee and cream to create the perfect Christmas cocktail.Ingredients: 2 parts coffee and cream liqueur4 parts melted chocolate2 parts espressochocolate shavings Melt the chocolate over heat with ½ part of coffee and cream liqueur. Add the espresso to the melted…
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Ice White Russian
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It looks lovely and tastes terrific too, so go for a caffeine kick in your cocktail with this recipe from Russian Standard Vodka.Ingredients: 5 parts vodka2 parts coffee liqueur3 parts fresh creamPour the coffee liqueur and vodka over ice and stir gently. Float the fresh cream on the top.Next cocktail…
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Berryoska
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Fruity and fabulous, this festive tipple will spritz up your celebrations with some colour and a subtle clear taste from Russian Standard vodka.Ingredients:2 parts vodka8 redcurrantsjuice of half a lime3 teaspoons of sugar2 raspberries Muddle (pummel with a muddle stick) the lime juice with the sugar and redcurrants in the bottom of a tumbler. Fill the glass with crushed ice, add the vodka…
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Cinnamon Cracker
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Take inspiration from vodka gurus and create a cocktail with Russian Standard Vodka. This festive tipple can be served with either warm or cold apple juice for a winter treat.Ingredients: 2 parts vodka4 parts apple juiceteaspoon of ground cinnamongreen applecinnamon stickPlace all of the ingredients into a long glass with ice and stir. Garnish with a slice of green apple and a cinnamon…
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Today’s big issue: Christmas number one
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Whoever wins the X Factor has become a dead cert for Christmas number one over the last few years.Shayne Ward, Leona Lewis and Leon Jackson all topped the festive charts after winning the ITV reality show, but it seems Alexandre Burke may not have it all her own way. The choice of song for this year’s winner - Leonard Cohen’s ‘Hallelujah’ - has sparked an angry reaction from some music fans….
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