• A cocktail cornerstone, the sidecar is thought to have been created after the First World War, in either Paris or London. Instead of completely revamping a classic, we’ve stuck quite closely to the traditional formula for success in this recipe. Knock back this classy beverage on a relaxed evening.  

    Sidecar

    Serves: 2

    Ingredients

    • 70g sugar
    • 90ml boiling water
    • 125ml (½ cup) brandy
    • 45ml (3 tbsp) Cointreau
    • juice of 2 limes

    Instructions

    1

    Stir together sugar and boiling water in a cocktail shaker, until sugar is dissolved. Stir in brandy, Cointreau and the juice of 2 limes. Fill with ice cubes and shake. Strain into glasses and serve with a twist or slice of lime.