Ingredients for Classic Sidecar
- 2 oz Cognac
- Cointreau Liqueur
- Fresh Lemon Juice
- ¾ oz Simple Syrup (see instructions for homemade recipe)
- Ice
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How to Make Classic Sidecar
- If making your own simple syrup: In a small saucepan, combine 2 parts water and 1 part sugar. Heat gently over medium heat, stirring until the sugar is completely dissolved. Let cool completely.
- Combine 2 oz Cognac, 1 oz Cointreau, and ¾ oz Simple Syrup in a cocktail shaker with ice.
- Shake vigorously until well-chilled (about 15-20 seconds).
- To prepare the sugared rim: Rub a lime wedge around the rim of a chilled coupe or stemmed cocktail glass. Dip the rim in a shallow dish of sugar.
- Strain the cocktail into the prepared glass.
- Garnish with a lime wheel or orange twist (optional).
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
0 g
Sugar
1g
Fat
0g
Carbs
0g