> cosmos should definitely be light pink in color- if you're getting a
> dark red, the bartender doesn't know how to make them.
I agree! Light pink is the right colour for a original cosmo.
There is few reason that can make cosmo darker red, perhaps bartender has used
cranberry vodka or too much juice.
You should try to make "cosmo" out of Finlandia Cranberry, color is different
but taste is excellent!