DIY Sidecar

A sidecar is a classic cocktail.

A sidecar is a classic cocktail made from Cointreau, Cognac and lemon juice. The sidecar is an ideal alternative to other cocktails like a vodka martini or scotch, as it is a bit sweeter and easier on the palette for those who don't like a strong taste of alcohol. This recipe can be multiplied to make larger batches for a party or event and can be kept chilled over a pitcher of ice until ready to serve. Does this Spark an idea?

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Cocktail glass
Ice
Martini shaker
3/4 ounce Cointreau
3/4 ounce lemon juice
1 1/2 ounces Cognac
Lemon wedge
Sugar plate
Lemon slice

Instructions

- 1
  
  Chill a cocktail glass in a freezer.
- 2
  
  Fill a martini shaker with ice.
- 3
  
  Pour 3/4 ounce Cointreau, 3/4 ounce lemon juice and 1 1/2 ounces Cognac over the ice. Substitute the same amount of brandy for the cognac for a variation.
- 4
  
  Place shaker top on the martini shaker and shake well.
- 5
  
  Rub a lemon wedge along the rim of the chilled cocktail glass. Pour sugar in a plate and dip the rim of the glass in the sugar, so it sticks to the rubbed lemon juice.
- 6
  
  Pour contents of the martini shaker into the sugared glass.
- 7
  
  Float a lemon slice in the glass as garnish.