A Sidecar spin with split base—cognac and light rum shaken with Cointreau and lemon for a bright, potent classic.
25%
ABV
medium
Difficulty
coupe
Glass
Flavor Journey
“Likely from Harry’s New York Bar in 1930s Paris, this Sidecar offshoot splits the base with rum, yielding a taut, citrusy classic that traveled the Atlantic via the Savoy canon.”
Quality ingredients make all the difference. Each component plays a crucial role.
Technique transforms ingredients into something extraordinary.
Chill a coupe
Shake all ingredients hard with ice
Double strain into the chilled coupe
Optionally flame or express a lemon peel over the surface
Served up in a chilled coupe
Professional insights to elevate your craft
Chill glassware well; serve very cold
Balance lemon and curaçao—measure accurately
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