Cocktails

Boston Sidecar Cocktail

Boston Sidecar Cocktail is an alcoholic cocktail built on Old Mr. Boston Five Star Brandy. It leans citrus and vanilla. Shaken and served in a Cocktail Glass. Expect about 19.6% ABV and roughly 186 kcal (estimated per recipe).

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Cocktailalcoholic19.6% ABV4 ingredients

At a Glance

186 kcalCalories

19.6%ABV

6.6gSugar

11.6gCarbs

1.39Std Drinks

Estimated from parsed ingredients and typical ingredient nutrition.

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How hard is it to make?

Moderateshaken drink

Why: 4 ingredients, shaken drink, requires shaker

Estimated from the ingredient count and technique.

Ingredients

0.75 ozOld Mr. Boston Five Star BrandyBase Spirit
0.75 ozOld Mr. Boston RumBase Spirit
0.75 ozOld Mr. Boston Triple SecLiqueur Modifier
2.0 ozJuice of a LimeJuice

How to Make It

Shake with ice and strain into cocktail glass.Shaken

How to Serve

Glass: Cocktail Glass
Temperature: Chilled
Ice: Ice
Method: Shaken

Served Chilled

Taste profile

Primary flavours

Citrus Vanilla

Supporting notes

Fruit Oak Sweet Tart

Flavor tags are derived from ingredient-level flavor mappings.

Estimated sensory profile

StrengthLight – Strong

BodyLight – Full

SweetnessDry – Sweet

AcidityFlat – Crisp

FruitinessEarthy – Fruity

BoldnessDelicate – Bold

Bright and citrusy

What do these dimensions mean?

Diet & lifestyle

Compatible, based on the listed ingredients

Gluten-Free Vegetarian

May be limited

Vegan

Not compatible

KetoLow-CarbLow-Sugar

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Reviewed ingredient substitutions

Juice Of A Lime2.0 oz

Lemon JuiceWorks, with a noticeable change

How much to use: Start with the same amount, then adjust sweetness if needed.
What changes: Lemon juice can usually replace lime juice, but the drink becomes less tropical and more lemon-forward.

Vegetarian-compatibleGluten-free-compatible

Reviewed component substitutions are not guarantees that the replacement was tested in this exact recipe. Follow the reviewed adjustment note and taste before serving.

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Last updated June 18, 2026

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Frequently asked questions

What is a Boston Sidecar Cocktail?: The Boston Sidecar Cocktail is a cocktail made with 4 ingredients, traditionally served in a Cocktail Glass. It has an ABV of approximately 19.6%. A standard serving contains approximately 186 calories.
What does a Boston Sidecar Cocktail taste like?: Boston Sidecar Cocktail has a flavour profile featuring Citrus, Vanilla, Fruit, Oak. The exact taste varies depending on the brands and measures used.
How strong is a Boston Sidecar Cocktail?: The Boston Sidecar Cocktail has an ABV of approximately 19.6%. That's approximately 1.39 US standard drinks. This recipe is estimated to contain 186 kcal, 6.6g sugar, 11.6g carbs. Strength varies depending on the exact measures and ingredients used.
What drinks are similar to a Boston Sidecar Cocktail?: If you enjoy Boston Sidecar Cocktail, the "similar flavour profile" suggestions on this page point to cocktails that share its flavour character. Drinks with a matching spirit base and comparable body and acidity feel closest.
Can I make a Boston Sidecar Cocktail at home?: Yes. The Boston Sidecar Cocktail uses 4 ingredients, making it straightforward to prepare at home. You will need a Cocktail Glass. Use quality spirits and fresh ingredients for the best result.
What do the sensory profile dimensions mean?: Sensory profile dimensions describe key flavour characteristics: Body (light to full), Dryness (sweet to bone dry), Acidity (flat to crisp), Fruitiness (subtle to prominent) and Boldness (delicate to bold). Each scale helps you compare cocktails at a glance and find ones with similar character.
How do I use sensory profiles to find cocktails I like?: Compare the Body, Acidity and Fruitiness of Boston Sidecar Cocktail with other cocktails. If you enjoy this drink, look for others with a similar profile. Adjust one dimension at a time to discover new favourites while staying in your flavour comfort zone.