Classic cocktail
Sidecar
Cognac with orange liqueur and a lively lemon finish.
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What you will need
Ingredients for one drink
- 50 ml Cognac
- 20 ml Triple sec
- 20 ml Fresh lemon juice
Bar tools
Jigger, Bar spoon, Strainer, Shaker
How to make it
- Combine the measured ingredients in a shaker with ice.
- Shake until chilled and strain into a chilled coupe.
BEHIND THE DRINK
The story & background
The Sidecar puts cognac into the spirit, citrus and orange-liqueur structure. The IBA reference proportions used here let you explore that structure without adding a separate sweet syrup.
Measure the citrus and sweetener before mixing. Fresh juice varies in acidity, so start with the recipe and make small adjustments only after tasting the finished drink.
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Make it for your group
The cocktail guide adjusts ingredient quantities and lets you leave out items you already have.
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