The sidecar can sometimes run tart, and the cognac or brandy provides a floral, spiced characteristic, with deep toffee notes as well. A white rum can lighten the cocktail in contrast, and most ...

Here’s David Wondrich, in his 2007 Imbibe, asserting that “life without Sidecars would be very dreary indeed.” Dave Arnold calls it “a fantastic drink.” It goes on and on like this. Tom ...

Sidecar. 1.5 oz. VSOP or older Cognac or Brandy. 1 oz. Cointreau. 0.75 oz. lemon juice. Add all ingredients to a cocktail shaker and shake hard for perhaps a touch less time than you would a normal ...

The Cable Car, a twist on the classic sidecar cocktail, makes a big impact simply by swapping out the brandy for another type of intense booze.

The Sidecar, a century-old classic cocktail, is celebrated for its tart yet balanced mix of cognac, orange liqueur, and fresh lemon juice. 2 mins ago Vanessa Papas 1 minute read ...

The sidecar is a captivating classic cocktail. It's been around for at least a century, but its origins remain an enigma. Here's what to know.