Brandy
Sidecar
- Base
- Brandy
- Family
- Sour
- Era
- 1920–1933: Prohibition
- Date
- 1922
- Glass
- Coupe
- Technique
- Shaken
- Flavour
- Citrus, Dry
- Strength
- Medium
- IBA list
- The Unforgettables
Ingredients
| Ingredient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Brandy or cognac | 50 ml |
| Triple sec | 20 ml |
| Lemon juice | 20 ml |
Method
- Shake everything with ice.
- Strain into a chilled glass.
Tools
Place of origin
Disputed origin: all the countries that claim it, or to which it is attributed, are shown.
Where it is most consumed
A hotel bar classic in Europe and the United States.
An impression, not a measured figure
Curious stories
One version
It is thought to have been born around the end of the First World War in London or Paris, and the Paris Ritz claims its origin. The first recipes date from 1922.
