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Cocktail

Sidecar

The Sidecar carries with it an aura of international intrigue and wartime resilience. Originating in the cosmopolitan city of Paris during the tumultuous times of World War I, it’s a cocktail that transcends borders. Legend has it that an unnamed American Army captain, known for his peculiar mode of transport—a motorcycle sidecar—sought refuge in the warmth of a Parisian bar. Yearning for a drink to fend off the cold, he inspired the creation of the Sidecar. This blend of Cognac, Cointreau, and lemon became a symbol of Franco-American camaraderie. The drink crossed the Atlantic, finding favor in the speakeasies of Prohibition America, where its European sophistication and bold flavors captivated a generation seeking both escape and adventure.

Sidecar

TOTAL TIME: 3 MINS
PREP TIME: 3 MINS
SERVES: 1

Ingredients

  • 2 oz Cognac
  • 1 oz Cointreau
  • ¾ oz fresh lemon juice

Instructions

  • Mix Cognac, Cointreau, and fresh lemon juice in a shaker with ice.
  • Shake well.
  • Strain into a coupe.
    • Option: for a sweeter finish you can sugar-rim the coupe. See below for instructions.

Notes

Alway and ONLY ever use fresh lemon juice. The stuff out of a bottle is a no-go!

To create a sugar rim, do the following:

  1. Spread superfine sugar on a small plate.
  2. Rub a lemon wedge around the rim of the chilled coupe.
  3. Hold the glass at a 45-degree angle to the saucer.
  4. Dab the rim into the sugar while slowly turning the glass so that only the outer edge is covered.
  5. Shake off any excess sugar over a sink or bin.

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