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Irish Whiskey Sidecar

A delightful twist on the classic Sidecar cocktail, featuring smooth Irish whiskey for a rich and flavorful experience.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: cocktail
Cuisine: Irish
Calories: 180
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Cocktail Ingredients
  • 6 oz Irish whiskey preferably a smooth blend
  • 2 oz orange liqueur such as Cointreau or Grand Marnier
  • 2 oz fresh lemon juice freshly squeezed for best flavor
  • 1 oz simple syrup optional, adjust to taste
  • 4 slices orange for garnish

Method
 

Mixing the Cocktail
  1. In a cocktail shaker, combine the Irish whiskey, orange liqueur, fresh lemon juice, and simple syrup if using.
  2. Fill the shaker with ice and shake vigorously for about 15 seconds.
  3. Strain the mixture into a chilled cocktail glass.
  4. Garnish with a slice of orange on the rim of the glass.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 12gSodium: 5mgPotassium: 50mgSugar: 10gVitamin C: 5mg

Notes

For a sweeter drink, increase the amount of simple syrup. Adjust the lemon juice to balance the flavors to your preference.

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