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Classic sidecar cocktail with a sugar rim displayed with a moody background, oranges and a cocktail shaker

Sidecar Cocktail

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An all-time classic recipe that’s seen plenty of twists in its time but still remains a popular classy and sophisticated cocktail, particular for the ladies.

  • Total Time: 3 minutes
  • Yield: 1 1x

Ingredients

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4 tablespoons Cognac

2 tablespoons Cointreau

2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice

Orange or lemon twist to garnish

Sugar to garnish

Instructions

  1. Rub some lemon around the rim of a coupe glass and coat in sugar
  2. Add all ingredients to a cocktail shaker with ice
  3. Shake well and strain into glass
  4. Garnish with a lemon or orange twist

Notes

  • An Armagnac or brandy can be used in place of the cognac, or even a cherry brandy for a sweeter finish. It’s recommended only younger cognac be used in cocktail mixers.