How to Make Whiskey Sidecar - A Step-by-Step Guide

The Whiskey Sidecar is a classic cocktail with a rich history, dating back to the early 20th century. This elegant and sophisticated drink has stood the test of time and remains a favorite among cocktail enthusiasts. Made with whiskey, Cointreau, and lemon juice, the Whiskey Sidecar is a perfect balance of sweet and sour flavors, with a hint of warmth from the whiskey.

The origins of the Whiskey Sidecar are somewhat murky, but it is believed to have been created in Paris in the 1920s....

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Ingredients

  • 3 tablespoons superfine sugar
  • 1 lemon wedge
  • 2 fluid ounces whiskey
  • 1 fluid ounce orange liqueur
  • ¾ fluid ounce freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • ice

Information

  • Prep Time: 5 mins
  • Total Time: 5 mins
  • Servings: 1

  • Place sugar in a shallow bowl. Run a lemon wedge around the rim of a cocktail glass; dip the rim into sugar.
  • Combine whiskey, orange liqueur, and lemon juice in a cocktail shaker; add ice. Cover and shake until the outside of the shaker has frosted, about 20 seconds. Strain into the prepared cocktail glass.
  • Nutrition

    390 cal.

    • Total Fat: 0g
    • Sodium: 10mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 53g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 49g
    • Protein: 0g
    • Vitamin C: 21mg
    • Calcium: 17mg
    • Iron: 0mg
    • Potassium: 51mg