Sidecar
The Sidecar is a classic, balanced cocktail from the early 20th century, believed to have originated in Paris. It's a refreshing and sophisticated drink made with cognac, orange liqueur (like Cointreau), and fresh lemon juice, served in a sugar-rimmed glass.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
As a cocktail, it's primarily a source of simple carbohydrates from the added sugar and liqueur, with negligible protein or fat. A standard serving typically contains around 180-220 calories.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 180 kcal |
| Protein | 0.1 g |
| Carbs | 12 g |
| Fat | 0 g |
| Fiber | 0 g |
| Sugar | 11 g |
| Sodium | 5 mg |
| Vitamin C | 15 mg |
| Potassium | 40 mg |
| Calcium | 10 mg |
| Iron | 0.2 mg |
| Magnesium | 5 mg |
| Phosphorus | 8 mg |
| Copper | 0.01 mg |
| Manganese | 0.02 mg |
Per 1 cocktail (approx. 120 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
The Sidecar is a member of the famous 'sour' family of cocktails, where the ratio of base spirit, citrus, and sweetener is key. Its perfect balance of rich, sweet, and tart flavors made it a timeless favorite, often cited as a benchmark for a well-made cocktail.
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