Gluten Free Sidecar
The classic Sidecar is one of those cocktails that feels effortlessly sophisticated — tart, citrusy, and just a little boozy in the best possible way. Cognac brings warmth and depth, orange liqueur adds a bright sweetness, and fresh lemon juice ties everything together with a clean, zippy finish. The sugar rim is a small but essential touch, giving you that sweet contrast on every sip. Spirits like cognac and Cointreau are naturally free of gluten-containing grains, so there's no need to stress over hidden ingredients or label-reading here — just pour with confidence. Shaking the mixture hard over ice until the shaker frosts over is the key to getting that perfectly chilled, slightly diluted balance that makes this drink sing. Double-straining keeps the texture silky smooth in the glass, which is exactly what a coupe deserves. Whether you're making it for a dinner party or a solo Friday night treat, this one delivers serious cocktail-bar energy from your own kitchen.
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Learn more →Ingredients
1 serving
For the sugar rim
- 1 lemon wedge, for rimming
- 1 tbsp granulated sugar, for rimming
For the cocktail
- 2 oz cognac
- ¾ oz orange liqueur (such as cointreau or grand marnier)
- ¾ oz fresh lemon juice
- 1 cup ice cubes
For serving
- 1 lemon twist or orange twist (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Spread the granulated sugar in a shallow, flat dish. Run the cut side of the lemon wedge around the outer rim of a coupe or martini glass, then dip and rotate the rim in the sugar until evenly coated. Set the glass aside.
- 2
Fill a cocktail shaker with the ice cubes. Add the cognac, orange liqueur, and fresh lemon juice.
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