I'm sharing a recipe for a cocktail that I absolutely adore (no champagne this week. *gasp*). The Kentucky Sidecar is the name of the game this week and it is ah-mayz-ing. Here's a pic of one I got at this awesome speakeasy themed restaurant, Still, a couple weeks ago:
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A regular Sidecar cocktail consists of brandy, triple sec/orange liqueur, and fresh lemon juice. A Kentucky Sidecar is the same thing, but instead of brandy, it's bourbon. Talk about a dangerous game! However, they are one of my favorite cocktails and I highly suggest you try one like right now.
Don't be discouraged if yours comes out a little sour though- this cocktail is a finely balanced drink of sweet and sour (rim the glass with sugar, like above, to make it even better).
Here's the recipe:
2oz bourbon
1oz triple sec
1/2 oz fresh lemon juice
cherries
sugar
1) Rim your cocktail glass (preferably a martini glass) with the sugar.
2) Mix the liquor, lemon juice, and cherry in a shaker full of ice.
3) Strain into the cocktail glass. Optional: Reach into the shaker, pull out the cherry, and plop it in your drink as classily as possilbe (highly recommended).
And there you have it. Easy peasy, simple dimples. Be warned that this drink does sneak up on you, so don't have too many even though they taste absolutely awesome. I will be headed to Still tonight for some good eats and a sidecar or two. Remember...everything in moderation....including moderation ;)
Sorry for the wicked short post today guys but I'm on the run! Have a good Friday and be safe!
Stay classy and lift heavy
~K
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