Cucumber Side Car
Elevate your cocktail game with the refreshing and sophisticated Cucumber Side Car—a modern twist on the classic Sidecar that highlights the crisp, revitalizing flavor of fresh cucumber juice. This unique cocktail seamlessly blends smooth cognac, bright orange liqueur, tangy fresh lemon juice, and a touch of simple syrup for balanced sweetness. Shaken with ice and served in a chilled coupe or martini glass, the Cucumber Side Car is finished with a delicate cucumber slice for a stylish garnish. Perfect for warm-weather sipping or an elegant soirée, this cocktail delivers a citrus-forward profile with a cooling twist, making it an irresistible choice for those seeking a fresh, refined libation. Ready in just 5 minutes, this crowd-pleaser is as easy to make as it is to enjoy!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 oz Fresh cucumber juice
- 1.5 oz Cognac
- 0.75 oz Orange liqueur (e.g., Cointreau)
- 0.75 oz Fresh lemon juice
- 0.5 oz Simple syrup
- 1 cup Ice cubes
- 1 slice Cucumber slice (for garnish)
Instructions
Start by preparing the cucumber juice if you don't have it ready. Blend a peeled and chopped cucumber, then strain the pulp through a fine-mesh strainer or cheesecloth to extract the juice.
Fill a cocktail shaker with 1 cup of ice cubes for chilling the drink.
Add 2 oz of fresh cucumber juice, 1.5 oz of cognac, 0.75 oz of orange liqueur, 0.75 oz of fresh lemon juice, and 0.5 oz of simple syrup into the shaker.
Secure the lid on the shaker and shake vigorously for about 15-20 seconds, ensuring all ingredients are well combined and chilled.
Strain the cocktail into a chilled coupe or martini glass using a fine-mesh strainer to catch any ice shards for a smooth finish.
Garnish the drink with a thin cucumber slice by placing it on the rim of the glass or floating it on the surface of the cocktail.
Serve immediately and enjoy the crisp, citrus-forward refreshment of the Cucumber Side Car!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
206 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 0.1 g | 0% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 3 mg | 0% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 18.1 g | 7% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.3 g | 1% | |
| Total Sugars | 16.4 g | ||
| Protein | 0.5 g | 1% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 14 mg | 1% | |
| Iron | 0.3 mg | 2% | |
| Potassium | 136 mg | 3% | |
*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.
