Sidecar

Yield: 1.0 Glass: Chilled coupe, 5–6 oz

Adjust for any number of servings while keeping the ingredient proportions intact.

classic cocktail brandy citrus shaken seeded

Ingredients

2 oz Cognac
0.75 oz orange liqueur
0.75 oz fresh lemon juice
Orange twist, for garnish

Instructions

Shake with ice and strain into a chilled or sugar-rimmed coupe.

Behind the drink

A little history

World War I era Paris / London

Both Paris and London bars have been credited with the Sidecar, which emerged around World War I. Its name is usually linked to the motorcycle attachment, but the exact rider and bartender remain unsettled.

Sidecar history