SIDECAR RECIPE | Triple Sec vs Cointreau vs Grand Marnier vs Curaçao | Rob's Home Bar

cognac

💰Cheaper: brandy

Brandy is a more affordable option with a similar flavor profile.

orange liqueur

💰Cheaper: triple sec

Triple sec is a less expensive alternative that provides similar sweetness.

lemon juice

💰Cheaper: bottled lemon juice

Bottled lemon juice is a convenient and often cheaper option.

Prepare four mixing glasses for the cocktails.

Pour 2 ounces of cognac into each mixing glass.

Add 1 ounce of lemon juice into each glass.

Choose an orange liqueur (triple sec, Cointreau, dry curaçao, or Grand Marnier) and add to each glass according to preference.

Fill each mixing glass with ice.

Shake each cocktail one at a time until well chilled.

Pre-chill the serving glasses and rim with sugar by wetting the rim and dipping it in caster sugar.

Double strain the cocktail mixture into the chilled, sugar-rimmed glasses.

Garnish each drink with a long peel of orange, expressing the oils over the drink.

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