Sidecar Cocktails

Elevate your cocktail game with the timeless elegance of Sidecar Cocktails! Crafted with smooth cognac, vibrant orange liqueur, and freshly squeezed lemon juice, this classic drink strikes the perfect balance between sweet and tangy. Shaken with ice for optimal chill and served in a sugar-rimmed coupe glass for a touch of sophistication, it’s a combination that’s as visually stunning as it is flavorful. Ideal for both intimate gatherings and celebratory soirées, this easy, 5-minute recipe includes a delightful twist of lemon peel to add a final flourish. Whether you’re a seasoned mixologist or a curious cocktail enthusiast, the Sidecar promises a sip of pure luxury. Perfect keywords: classic cocktail recipe, cognac drinks, Sidecar cocktail ingredients, easy cocktail recipes.

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

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Prep Time:5 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:5 mins

Servings: 1

Ingredients

2 ounces Cognac
1 ounce Orange liqueur (such as Cointreau or Triple Sec)
0.75 ounce Fresh lemon juice
1 cup Ice cubes
2 tablespoons Sugar (optional, for rimming the glass)
1 piece Lemon wedge (optional, for rimming the glass)
1 piece Lemon peel twist (for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

If you desire a sugar-rimmed glass, start by running a lemon wedge along the rim of a chilled coupe or martini glass. Then dip the rim into a shallow plate of sugar until evenly coated. Set the glass aside.

Step 2

Fill a cocktail shaker with ice cubes.

Step 3

Pour the cognac, orange liqueur, and fresh lemon juice into the shaker.

Step 4

Shake the mixture vigorously for about 15 seconds until well-chilled.

Step 5

Strain the cocktail into the prepared glass using a fine mesh strainer or cocktail strainer.

Step 6

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

Portion size

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(377.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	332.6

Total Fat 0.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 0.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 37.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 0.3g	0%
Total Sugars 36.4g
Protein 0.1g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 2.9mg	0%
Iron 0.1mg	0%
Potassium 33.5mg	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%