Sidecar
A sophisticated and perfectly balanced classic cocktail, the Sidecar is a delightful blend of cognac (or brandy), orange liqueur (Cointreau), and fresh lemon juice, often served with a sugar rim.
Prepare the glass
If desired, rim a chilled coupe glass with sugar. Moisten the rim with a lemon wedge, then dip it into a shallow plate of granulated sugar. Place the glass in the freezer or set aside.
💡 Tips:
- •A sugar rim adds an elegant touch and balances the tartness.
Combine ingredients
In a cocktail shaker, combine 2 ounces (60 ml) cognac, 0.75 ounce (22.5 ml) Cointreau, and 0.75 ounce (22.5 ml) fresh lemon juice. Add 1 serving of ice to the shaker.
💡 Tips:
- •The classic 2:3/4:3/4 ratio (cognac:Cointreau:lemon) provides excellent balance.
Shake well
Secure the lid on the shaker and shake vigorously for 15-20 seconds until the mixture is well-chilled and properly diluted.
💡 Tips:
- •Shake until the outside of the shaker is frosty.
Strain and garnish
Discard any ice from your prepared glass. Strain the chilled mixture into the glass. Garnish with 1 lemon twist.
💡 Tips:
- •To express the lemon twist, gently twist the peel over the drink to release its aromatic oils, then drop it in.
- 💡Use a good quality cognac or brandy as it is the base spirit.
- 💡Freshly squeezed lemon juice is crucial; bottled juice will not yield the same quality.
- 💡Adjust the lemon juice or Cointreau slightly to fine-tune the sweet-sour balance to your preference.
- 💡For a less sweet version, reduce the Cointreau slightly.
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