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The Ultimate Pisco Sour Recipe: A Taste of Peruvian Paradise!

Master the art of the Pisco Sour with our authentic recipe! Learn to craft this iconic Peruvian cocktail with simple steps, expert tips, and delicious serving suggestions.
Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings: 1 cocktail
Course: Drinks

Ingredients
  

  • 2 oz Pisco Quebranta or Italia varietal recommended
  • 1 oz Fresh Lime Juice
  • 0.75 oz Simple Syrup 1:1 sugar to water ratio
  • 1 Egg White pasteurized recommended for safety
  • 2-3 Dashes Angostura Bitters
  • Ice cubes

Method
 

  1. Prepare your simple syrup by combining equal parts granulated sugar and water in a small saucepan. Heat gently, stirring until the sugar is completely dissolved. Let it cool before use. Store any extra in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
  2. In a cocktail shaker, combine the Pisco, fresh lime juice, simple syrup, and egg white. Do not add ice yet. This is a 'dry shake' – seal the shaker and shake vigorously for about 15-20 seconds. This helps to emulsify the egg white and create a rich foam.
  3. Add a generous amount of ice cubes to the cocktail shaker. Seal it tightly and shake again, this time for about 20-30 seconds, until the shaker is well-chilled. This is your 'wet shake'.
  4. Using a fine-mesh strainer, double strain the mixture into a chilled coupe or cocktail glass. This ensures a smooth, frothy texture without any ice shards.
  5. Garnish the top of the Pisco Sour with 2-3 dashes of Angostura bitters. You can use a toothpick to create a simple pattern if desired, but the traditional method is to simply dash them on.
  6. Serve immediately and enjoy the delightful taste of Peru!