Boston Sidecar
The Boston Sidecar is a delightful variation of the classic Sidecar cocktail. By substituting rum for some of the brandy, it offers a unique twist on the traditional recipe, balancing citrus and sweetness with a complex spirit base.
Equipment
- Cocktail shaker
- Jigger or measuring tool
- Strainer
- chilled cocktail glass
Ingredients
- 3/4 oz Rum
- 3/4 oz Brandy
- 3/4 oz Triple Sec
- 1/2 oz Fresh Lime Juice
- 1/2 oz Simple Syrup optional, for added sweetness
- Lime wheel or twist, for garnish
Instructions
- Fill a shaker with ice cubes.
- Add the rum, brandy, triple sec, and fresh lime juice to the shaker. Include the simple syrup if desired.
- Shake well until the outside of the shaker feels cold.
- Strain into a chilled cocktail glass.
- Garnish with a lime wheel or twist.
Notes
The Boston Sidecar can be adjusted for sweetness by varying the amount of simple syrup. For a drier cocktail, omit the syrup entirely.