How to Make: Sidecar Cocktail (Brandy or Cognoc, Cointreau and Lemon Juice)

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.

Get a cocktail shaker and fill it with crushed ice.

Add 1.5 to 2 shots of cognac (or brandy) to the shaker.

Pour in 1 shot of Cointreau (orange liqueur).

Add 1 shot of pre-squeezed lemon juice.

Optionally, add half a shot of chilled water to the shaker.

Shake the mixture well until chilled.

Serve in a coupe glass.

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