Tokyo Sidecar || Japanese Yuzu Sidecar Cocktail Recipe

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💰Cheaper: brandy

Brandy offers a similar flavor profile at a lower cost.

yuzu juice

💰Cheaper: lemon juice

Lemon juice can mimic the tartness of yuzu.

orange liqueur

💰Cheaper: triple sec

Triple sec is a more affordable orange liqueur.

Welcome to the channel and introduce the Tokyo Sidecar cocktail.

Explain the inspiration for the cocktail using Sor Royal whiskey.

Mention that fresh yuzu is not available and use store-bought yuzu juice instead.

Add a rock of ice into a shaker tin.

Measure and pour 60 ml of Sor Royal whiskey into the shaker.

Measure and add 22.5 ml of Triple Sec to the shaker.

Measure and add 15 ml of yuzu juice to the shaker.

Seal the shaker and shake for 30-35 seconds until well chilled.

Strain the mixture into a chilled nicora glass using a strainer.

Garnish with a twist of lemon peel, expressing the oils over the top.

Equipment Needed