Description
Indulge in the classic Sidecar cocktail, a delicious blend of cognac, orange liqueur, and fresh lemon juice. Perfect for any occasion, it’s a refreshing and sophisticated treat!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 oz cognac or brandy
- 1 oz orange liqueur (Cointreau or triple sec)
- 3/4 oz fresh lemon juice
- Optional: Sugar for rim
Instructions
- Gather Your Tools: Prepare a cocktail shaker, strainer, and a chilled glass. Chill the glass by filling it with ice water.
- Measure the Ingredients: Pour 2 ounces of cognac or brandy into your shaker. Add 1 ounce of orange liqueur and 3/4 ounce of freshly squeezed lemon juice.
- Shake It Up: Fill the shaker halfway with ice, secure the lid tightly, and shake vigorously for about 15 seconds until well mixed and chilled.
- Prepare Your Glass: If desired, rim your chilled glass with sugar by rubbing a lemon wedge around the rim and dipping it into sugar.
- Strain Into Your Glass: Using the strainer, pour the mixed cocktail into the prepared glass. You can serve it straight up or over fresh ice.
- Garnish & Enjoy: Garnish with a twist of lemon or an orange peel. Sit back and enjoy your delightful creation!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cocktail (180g)
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: - For added flavor, experiment with different citrus juices like grapefruit or blood orange. - Ensure to use fresh lemon juice for the best taste. - You can adjust sweetness by varying the amount of orange liqueur or adding more sugar to the rim.