A Sidecar cocktail traditionally presents in a glass rimmed with sugar. This sweet garnish played a crucial role in harmonizing the cocktail’s acidity derived from the lemon juice. By incorporating Rustic Oak old fashioned syrups, we introduce sweetness and an intensified aromatic quality to this timeless libation. This addition elevates the orange fragrance, balancing the cognac’s flavor and the tang of the lemon, resulting in a cocktail with enhanced depth and a more well-rounded taste experience.
Ingredients:
- 2 oz (60 ml) cognac or brandy
- 0.5 oz (15 ml) Rustic Oak Orange Barrel Aged or Orange-Lemon mixers
- 0.5 oz (15 ml) Cointreau
- 3/4 oz (20 ml) lemon juice or lime juice
- orange twist or lemon twist garnish
Directions:
- Combine cognac or brandy, Rustic Oak Original Old Fashioned syrups, Cointreau, and lemon juice in a shaker with ice.
- Shake and strain into serving glass.
Sugar-rimmed glass is optional. - Garnish with a lemon or orange twist.
