Sidecar
Ingredients:
Method:
1. Chill a cocktail glass; prepare a sugar rim if desired. 2. Fill a shaker with ice. 3. Add the cognac, orange liqueur, and lemon juice. 4. Shake well until chilled. 5. Strain into the prepared glass.
Description:
The Sidecar is a classic cognac sour usually associated with Europe after the First World War. Its exact origin is debated, but the cocktail is firmly part of the classic bar canon. It is a dry, citrusy, elegant drink in which cognac stays at the center. A sugar rim can soften the acidity, but a good Sidecar should not become too sweet.