Sidecar
ORIGIN
Paris, France · 1910s
TASTING NOTES
Bright lemon and orange peel up front, carried by the warmth of cognac. Dry, citrus-forward, and tightly balanced, with a clean snap that softens as it opens.
GLASS
Coupe
BASE
Cognac
MIX
Shaken
NOTES
The Sidecar is precision in motion. Nothing extra, nothing hidden. Just spirit, citrus, and restraint.
Cognac provides structure and warmth, while Cointreau brings lift and clarity. Fresh lemon cuts straight through the middle, keeping the drink dry and focused rather than sweet. When the balance is right, each sip feels intentional, almost architectural.
This is a cocktail that rewards attention. Served cold, clean, and without embellishment, the Sidecar does not ask to be noticed. It earns it.
ARCHDALE RECIPE
Ingredients
- 1 .5 oz cognac
- 1 oz Cointreau
- 0.5 oz fresh lemon juice
1. Build
Add the cognac, Cointreau, and fresh lemon juice to a shaker.
2. Mix
Strain into a chilled coupe. Serve with a lemon twist and optional sugar rim.
3. Finish
Strain into a chilled coupe or martini glass. Express a lemon peel over the surface and drop it in for a bright, aromatic finish.