How to Make a Sidecar

Known for its smoothness, the sidecar was reportedly invented in Paris during World War I. Fresh ingredients are the key to making this drink. Serves one.

Instructions

Difficulty: Easy

Things You’ll Need:

• Cracked Ice
• Granulated Sugar
• Lemons Rind
• Chilled Cocktail Glasses
• Cocktail Shaker
• Cocktail Strainer
• 1 oz. lemon juices
• 1 oz. brandy
• 1 oz. triple sec

1. Rub a lemon rind along the rim of a chilled cocktail glass.
2. Dip the rim in granulated sugar.
3. Put cracked ice in a shaker.
4. Add one ounce of Triple Sec, one ounce of lemon juice, and one ounce of brandy.
5. Shake six times.
6. Strain into the glass.
7. Garnish with a lemon wedge.

Tips & Warnings

• Put the sugar into a saucer and twist the rim of the glass in it just a little bit. The juice will hold the sugar on the rim.
• Mixed drinks contain alcohol, so use moderation.
• Never drink and drive.