The Sidecar Cocktail | Simple Drinks

cognac

💰Cheaper: brandy

Brandy offers a similar flavor profile at a lower cost.

orange liqueur

💰Cheaper: triple sec

Triple sec is a less expensive alternative with similar sweetness.

Cut an orange in half to extract juice.

Squeeze the orange to get enough juice for the cocktail.

Rim the cocktail glass with sugar (optional).

In a cocktail shaker, combine 1.5 oz cognac, 3/4 oz orange liqueur, and 3/4 oz lemon juice.

Add ice to the shaker until full.

Shake vigorously until well chilled.

Strain the mixture into the sugar-rimmed cocktail glass.

Garnish with an orange twist.

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