CIDER SIDECAR

2 ounces apple cider 2 ounces cognac

1 ounce Cointreau or other orange liqueur (Grand Marnier, triple sec)

1 ounce fresh lemon juice

Strip of lemon zest Brandied or maraschino cherries

2 blueberries, optional 2 lychee nuts, optional, see note

Note: Lychee nuts are available canned in international food stores.

Directions: Place cider, cognac, Cointreau and lemon juice in a cocktail shaker. Add ice, cover and shake until the shaker feels very cold to the touch, about 20 to 30 seconds. Strain into a glass and top with zest and cherries.

If desired, place blueberries into lychee nuts to form “eyeballs” and serve with drink.

Serves 1.

— Adapted from Country Living