Classic Cocktail: The Sidecar

This delightful little drink originated either in London or Paris as "The Great War" was winding down. The drink is allegedly named after the sidecar its inventor rode to and from the bistro where the drink was invented. Its primary ingredient is Brandy and it is served in a sugar-rimmed cocktail glass with a lemon rind.

1 part brandy or Cognac
1 part Cointreau (or other triple sec)
1 part lemon juice

"Mix the ingredients in a shaker half full of ice. Strain and serve in a sugar-rimmed glass. Garnish with a strip of lemon rind"

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