Classic Sidecar Recipe

Experience the Ritz-Carlton Chicago's Greenhouse Restaurant's legendary Classic Sidecar cocktail! This refined recipe, unlike others, uses simple syrup for a perfectly balanced sweetness. Learn how to make this iconic drink at home, complete with a sugared rim for an elegant touch. Impress your guests with this sophisticated and easy-to-make cocktail.

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 5 mins
Calories 3.7 kcal
Protein 0g
Rating 5.0 (2 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Classic Sidecar

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How to Make Classic Sidecar

  1. 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.
  2. Combine 2 oz Cognac, 1 oz Cointreau, and ¾ oz Simple Syrup in a cocktail shaker with ice.
  3. Shake vigorously until well-chilled (about 15-20 seconds).
  4. 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.
  5. Strain the cocktail into the prepared glass.
  6. Garnish with a lime wheel or orange twist (optional).

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

0 g

Sugar

1g

Fat

0g

Carbs

0g