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There are numerous stories
on the Sidecar's origins. However, Harry's Bar in Paris is generally credited
with inventing the Sidecar for a patron who often rode in the sidecar of
a motorcycle. I am grateful to this unknown and unsung mixologist who brought
us this cocktail, as it is my personal favorite, and I am eternally grateful
to the Bix in San Francisco for introducing me to the wonderful libation.
Like
the Martini, the Sidecar has recently experienced a renaissance.
The Sidecar was invented in the early 1900's and was popular
until the beginning of World War II, but unfortunately was
forgotten by most when the War came to an end. A few years
ago, my request for a Sidecar was often met with "are you sure, that's
what my grandmother drinks?" Luckily, the Sidecar is now enjoying
a renewed popularity and can be easily had at most drinking establishments.
Over the past few years we have diligently
attempted to recreate that first wonderous Sidecar at the Bix.
Although we never recreated our first Sidecar, we have perfected
my personal favorite (listed below) made with equal parts armagnac
(a french brandy very similar to cognac with a mellower taste), cointreau
and lime juice.
When we began our Sidecar journey, I had no
idea so many types of Sidecars existed. There are Sidecars for
those who prefer brandy, cognac, gin, vodka and even irish whisky.
Join me in a toast to the Sidecar with a few of the concoctions
listed below. After all, it would be a shame if the Noble Sidecar
were once again forgotten.
...And Now on to the Sidecars
Sidecar
The Original from Harry's Bar - Paris
1 1⁄2 oz. VS or VSOP cognac
3⁄4 oz. Cointreau
3⁄4 oz. fresh lemon juice
Shake all ingredients with ice and strain into a chilled cocktail glass with a sugared rim.
Garnish with an orange peel.
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Rachel's Sidecar
Our Favorite - A Sweet Sidecar
1 oz. Armagnac
1 oz. Cointreau
1 oz. Lime Juice
Combine all the ingredients in a shaker filled
with ice, shake well and strain into a cocktail glass.
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Hennessey Sidecar
1 1/2 oz. Hennessey Cognac
1/2 oz. Cointreau
1/2 oz. Lemon Juice
Combine all the ingredients in a shaker filled
with ice, shake well and strain into a cocktail glass.
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Boston Sidecar
1 1/2 oz. Light Rum
1/2 oz. Brandy
1/2 oz. Triple sec
1/2 oz. Lemon or Lime Juice
Combine all the ingredients in a shaker filled
with ice, shake well and strain into a cocktail glass.
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