This is a variation on the White Lady recipe, with cognac replacing the gin. Supposedly named 'The Sidecar' in honor of the Russian and French officers lounging in Paris after the war (that'd be WWI) whose preferred method of travel was said sidecar. The military types were noted fans of this particular libation. The Sidecar was reportedly developed at Harry's Bar in Paris.
2 oz. Martell VSOP Cognac (VS will also work, no need to break out the XO for a mixed drink)
1 oz. Grand Marinier
1 oz. Lemon Juice
Fill cocktail shaker with ice.
Add all ingredients to cocktail shaker, shake gently.
Strain the elixer into a lowball or small tumbler. Add some cracked ice and enjoy.
Now, we mixed up a couple of these after a particularly long night, and they're quite refreshing and very drinkable. I'm still not sure whether I like this or the lady better...more testing is required.
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