The X.Y.Z. Cocktail is a classic, crisp three-ingredient sour that is often described as a rum-based variant of the Sidecar.

Cooking time: 0 minutes
Yield: 1 servings
Category: Alcoholic

Ingredients

  • 1 1⁄2 ounces light white rum
  • 3⁄4 ounce cointreau (or triple sec)
  • 3⁄4 ounce lemon juice

Instructions

  1. Combine all ingredients in a cocktail shaker filled with ice.
  2. Shake vigorously for about 10 to 15 seconds.
  3. Strain the mixture into a pre-chilled coupe or cocktail glass.
  4. Garnish with an orange or lemon zest twist.