Side Car

Elevate your cocktail game with the timeless elegance of the Sidecar, a classic cocktail that seamlessly blends smooth cognac, vibrant orange liqueur, and refreshing fresh lemon juice. With just three key ingredients, this sophisticated drink delivers a perfect balance of sweetness, tartness, and warmth in every sip. Optionally, add a sugared rim for a touch of sparkle and extra sweetness, and garnish with a lemon twist for a refined finish. Ready in just five minutes, this tangy yet luxurious cocktail is ideal for special occasions, intimate gatherings, or simply treating yourself to a bar-quality drink at home. Discover this quick and easy recipe today for a sip of history in a glass!

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

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Prep Time:5 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:5 mins

Servings: 1

Ingredients

2 oz Cognac
1 oz Orange liqueur (e.g., Cointreau or Triple Sec)
0.75 oz Fresh lemon juice
1 cup Ice cubes
2 tbsp Granulated sugar (optional for rimming the glass)
1 piece Lemon wedge (optional, for rimming the glass)
1 piece Lemon twist (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

If you prefer a sugared rim, start by running a lemon wedge along the rim of a chilled cocktail coupe or martini glass. Dip the rim into a small plate of granulated sugar to coat it evenly. Set aside.

Step 2

Fill a cocktail shaker with 1 cup of ice cubes.

Step 3

Add the cognac, orange liqueur, and fresh lemon juice to the shaker.

Step 4

Secure the lid on the shaker and shake vigorously for about 15 seconds until well-chilled.

Step 5

Strain the mixture into the prepared glass using a fine-mesh strainer or the shaker’s built-in strainer.

Step 6

Garnish with a lemon twist, if desired, and serve immediately.

Portion size

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(381.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	333.0

Total Fat 0.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 0.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 37.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 0.3g	0%
Total Sugars 36.4g
Protein 0.1g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 3.8mg	0%
Iron 0.1mg	0%
Potassium 37.5mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 0.6%

Protein: 0.3%

Carbs: 99.1%