Sidecar Cocktail with Fresh Lemon and Orange Liqueur

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A bright and tangy brandy-based cocktail combining fresh lemon juice and orange liqueur for a balanced, sophisticated sip. This recipe, ready in about 7 minutes, brings together cognac, orange liqueur (triple sec or curaçao), 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 200 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: 7 min Serves 1 Cocktails cuisine 200 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Prepare a coupe glass by moistening the rim with fresh lemon juice and dipping it into superfine sugar to coat evenly; set aside.
  2. Step 2: Fill a cocktail shaker with ice and pour in 2 ounces cognac, 3/4 ounce orange liqueur, and 3/4 ounce freshly squeezed lemon juice.
  3. Step 3: Shake vigorously for 15 seconds until well chilled and slightly frothy.
  4. Step 4: Strain the cocktail into the prepared sugar-rimmed coupe glass.
  5. Step 5: Garnish with a lemon wheel on the rim to enhance the citrus experience.

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