Garnish:
Sugar rim & lemon zest twist
How to make:
SHAKE all ingredients with ice and fine strain into chilled glass.
| 1 2/3 fl oz | Cognac |
| 1 fl oz | Triple sec liqueur (40%) |
| 2/3 fl oz | Lemon juice (freshly squeezed) |
| 1/2 fl oz | Chilled water (omit if using wet ice) |
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Review:
Spirituous and on the tart side of balanced, the sugar rim is considered by some to be integral to this classic cocktail. Dilution is key to perfecting a Sidecar so if using ice straight from a freezer (rather than an ice machine) then consider the suggested optional 10 to 15ml chilled water.
History:
See our Sidecar cocktail page for the full story behind the origins of the Sidecar, its history and variations.
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