Calvados Sidecars
Elevate your cocktail game with Calvados Sidecars, a sophisticated twist on the classic sidecar that celebrates the rich, fruity flavors of Calvados, a French apple brandy. This easy-to-make cocktail combines the crisp acidity of fresh lemon juice, the smooth sweetness of Cointreau or triple sec, and just a touch of optional simple syrup for balance, all shaken over ice to perfection. The crowning touch is the sugared rim, which adds a delightful sparkle and sweetness with every sip. Perfect for intimate gatherings or cozy nights in, this refined cocktail is as beautiful as it is delicious. Serve it in a coupe or martini glass with an optional garnish of apple slices or a citrus twist for an elegant presentation sure to impress.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 oz Calvados (Apple Brandy)
- 1 oz Cointreau (or Triple Sec)
- 1 oz Fresh Lemon Juice
- 0.25 oz Simple Syrup (optional, for sweetness)
- 1 cup Ice Cubes
- 2 tbsp Granulated Sugar
- 1 piece Lemon Wedge
Instructions
Prepare the glass: Pour the granulated sugar onto a small plate. Run the lemon wedge around the rim of a coupe or martini glass to lightly moisten it. Dip the rim of the glass into the sugar to create a sugared rim. Set the glass aside to dry slightly.
Fill a cocktail shaker with the ice cubes.
Add the Calvados, Cointreau, fresh lemon juice, and simple syrup (if using) to the shaker.
Secure the lid on the shaker and shake vigorously for about 15 seconds until well-chilled.
Strain the cocktail into the prepared glass using a fine mesh strainer or the shaker's built-in strainer.
Optionally garnish with a thin slice of apple or a twist of lemon peel and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
343 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 0.1 g | 0% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 42.9 g | 16% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.2 g | 1% | |
| Total Sugars | 41.0 g | ||
| Protein | 0.1 g | 0% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 3 mg | 0% | |
| Iron | 0.0 mg | 0% | |
| Potassium | 40 mg | 1% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
