This is the fancy French version of the Whiskey Sour. It is fancier because it replaces simple syrup with orange liqueur and uses brandy instead of whiskey. It was invented during WWI and most likely came about by American soldiers wanting drinks that resembled Whiskey Sours while in France and the bartenders mixing drinks with their local liquor stock.
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Sidecar
Course: DrinksCuisine: French1
servings229
kcal32%
3
minutesLearn how to make a classic Sidecar.
Ingredients
2/3 oz Lemon Juice
1 oz Orange Liqueur
2 oz Brandy
Directions
- Combine all ingredients in the shaker. Add ice to the shaker.
- Vigorously shake till the shaker is ice cold and frosted.
- Strain into glass to remove ice shards.
Notes
- Tools Used: Cocktail Shaker, Jigger, Double Strainer, Strainer
- Serving Glass: Coupe Glass
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