Courvoisier<sup>®</sup> Sidecar
A classic drink gets a classy makeover with Courvoisier® VSOP Cognac. This Parisian cocktail begins with a simple sweetness, cut by tart lemon, and filled out with the full, fruity body of a delicious cognac. Simply shake, strain, and watch this sidecar cocktail get on your good side.
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main spirit
FLAVOR
skill level
Beginner
A classic drink gets a classy makeover with Courvoisier® VSOP Cognac. This Parisian cocktail begins with a simple sweetness, cut by tart lemon, and filled out with the full, fruity body of a delicious cognac. Simply shake, strain, and watch this sidecar cocktail get on your good side.
Ingredients
Instructions
Combine all ingredients into an ice-filled shaker and shake until well chilled. Strain into a chilled martini glass. Garnish with a lemon twist.
INGREDIENT GALLERY
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TIPS AND TRICKS
Syrups are one of the best tools a bartender has at their disposal. Sweetness is a key component in most well-made cocktails, providing balance when combined with the flavors of the other ingredients—like the sourness of citrus for example.