
This classic sour, the most famous Cognac cocktail, is another simple build that includes Cognac, orange liqueur, and fresh lemon juice.
Thought to have been invented around World War I the drink was said to be named for the motorcycle attachment commonly used at the time.
This recipe calls for Cointreau orange liqueur but because the liqueur is the sole source of sugar in the drink, the Sidecar tends to be drier compared to other sours. The sugared rim will further sweeten the drinking experience and help to balance the other ingredients.