Honeyed Cognac Citrus Sour

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A classic Sidecar reimagined with honey syrup for balanced sweetness, brightened by fresh lemon and Cointreau. This recipe, ready in about 5 minutes, brings together Cognac, Cointreau, Fresh lemon juice for a refreshing, crowd-pleasing drink — a bright, easy pour for parties, gatherings, or any warm-weather afternoon when you want something festive without alcohol-only options. Each serving lands at about 170 calories and feeds 1, so it works for entertaining, brunch, or a non-alcoholic option at the bar cart. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 5 min Serves 1 Cocktails cuisine 170 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a shaker, combine 2 ounces Cognac, 1/2 ounce Cointreau, 3/4 ounce fresh lemon juice, and 1/2 ounce honey syrup (made by dissolving equal parts honey and water).
  2. Step 2: Add ice to the shaker and shake vigorously for 20 seconds until the mixture is well-chilled and forms a light foam on top.
  3. Step 3: Strain into a chilled coupe glass, discarding any solids, and garnish with a lemon twist for a citrus aroma.

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