There are a few different ways of cutting twists out of citrus. The way that is most popular, especially around bartenders and chefs is a channeling knife. It takes a little practice to get the right pressure so you can cut uniform strips, but once you get it, you can recreate this citrus twist consistently.
If you don't have a channeling knife, another great way to get a great citrus twist is to cut a thin wheel from the fruit. Then you cut out the flesh and also cut a slice to break the circle.
Or you can use a knife to cut/shave into the skin. I don't like cutting a twist this way because it is hard to control the width, but it will do in a pinch.
The easiest way to twist the citrus is to wrap the strip around a thin object like a chop stick. If you don't have chop sticks in your house, then you can use something else that is thin or even your pinky finger.
Nutrition Facts
Sidecar Cocktail
Amount Per Serving (1 cocktail)
Calories 224
% Daily Value*
Sodium 3mg0%
Carbohydrates 11g4%
Sugar 9g10%
Vitamin C 11mg13%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.