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    Home ยป Recipes ยป Cocktails ยป Peruvian Pisco Sour Recipe

    LAST UPDATED: May 8, 2020 โ€ข FIRST PUBLISHED: May 28, 2015 By Toni Dash 42 Comments

    Peruvian Pisco Sour Recipe

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    Peruvian Pisco Sour {Latin Twist - Hippocrene Books}. BoulderLocavore.com

    Light and citrusy Peruvian Pisco Sour cocktail has made a strong comeback since it’s debut in 1920! You can’t go wrong with a sipper that is the national cocktail of two countries!

    Peruvian Pisco Sour {Latin Twist - Hippocrene Books}. BoulderLocavore.com
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    Refreshing Pisco Sour Cocktail

    I’ve heard of this cocktail my entire life but had not started making it until a few years ago.

    Peruvian Pisco Sour sounds exotic and sophisticated.

    Like something that was consumed mid-century by daring travelers in smart shift dresses and dinner jackets.

    This South American cocktail was developed in the 1920’s by an American bartender in Lima, Peru.

    Indeed the bar of origin was frequented by the Peruvian upper class and English-speaking travelers.

    The drink went through several iterations until the ratio of Pisco, simple syrup, key lime juice reached the agreed upon standard proportions of 3:1:1, landing it as the national cocktail of both Chile and Peru.

    Ingredients

    • Simple Syrup
    • Key Lime Juice
    • Pisco
    • Egg Whites
    • Angostura Bitters

    Ingredient Notes

    Simple Syrup

    Though simple syrup can be purchased at the liquor store, make it at home.

    It’s fast, easy and tastes best freshly made.

    The simple syrup for this cocktail is included in the recipe card at the end of the blog post.

    To learn more and additional recipes check out this guide on How to Make Simple Syrup. 

    Key Lime Juice

    Key lime juice can be freshly juiced if key limes are available to you. Also it can be purchased online.

    Regular lime juice or lemon juice may also be substituted.

    What is Pisco?

    Pisco is a brandy made in Peru and Chile.

    It’s is made by distilling fermented grape juice into a high-proof alcohol.

    It can be colorless, or light yellow to an amber color.

    It was originally developed by 16th century Spanish settlers to replace a Spanish brandy that we imported to South America.

    Chilean Pisco or Peruvian Pisco?

    When ingredient shopping, I snapped up the last bottle of Peruvian Pisco at my local liquor stores.

    There is debate about whether Pisco from Chile or Peru is better (they are usually made by different methods).

    I can’t settle that debate but I CAN say that Pisco is a lightly citrus flavored liquor that packs a punch.

    The alcohol content of Pisco can vary so pour wisely when mixing it up in a cocktail!

    Egg Whites

    The addition of egg whites in the last step create a classic frothy top.

    If preferred, you can omit the egg whites and enjoy the cocktail without the top layer.

    Peruvian Pisco Sour cocktail

    How to Make a Pisco Sour cocktail – Step-by-Step

    STEP 1: Prepare the simple syrup

    • Combine the water and sugar in a small sauce pan over medium-high heat stirring until the sugar dissolves.
    • Remove from heat, transfer to a metal bowl and chill.

    NOTE: it can be made ahead of time. Simple syrup can be chilled in the refrigerator for up to 3 weeks.

    STEP 2: Combine the simple syrup, key lime juice, Pisco in a blender and add ice. Blend well.

    STEP 3: Combine the blender mixture and egg whites in a cocktail shaker. Shake vigorously until frothy.

    STEP 4: Serve in 4-6 tumbler glasses with a dash of Angostura Bitters in the middle of the foamy top.

    Peruvian Pisco Sour cocktail on green tray

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    More Delicious Cocktails from Latin Twist

    This cocktail recipe is just one from the exciting  Latin Twist, a book of traditional and modern cocktails spanning 19 Latin countries and 97 cocktails, penned by award-winning blogger-authors Yvette Marquez-Sharpnack and Vianney Rodgriguez.

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    Recipe

    Peruvian Pisco Sour {Latin Twist - Hippocrene Books}. BoulderLocavore.com

    Peruvian Pisco Sour

    “This classic cocktail is claimed by both Chile and Peru. The usual combination of 3 parts Pisco to 1 part lime juice to 1 part simple syrup results in a tart, bold Pisco Sour. Cut back a bit on the Pisco to make it a little milder. The egg whites are traditionally used to create a frothy top layer, but you can leave them out if you prefer.” –Latin Twist
    5 from 28 votes
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    Course: Cocktail
    Cuisine: Latin American
    Prep Time: 10 minutes minutes
    Cook Time: 5 minutes minutes
    Total Time: 1 hour hour 15 minutes minutes
    Servings: 6 Serves 4-6
    Calories: 189kcal
    Author: Toni Dash
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    Ingredients

    Ingredients for Simple Syrup:

    • ½ cup Granulated Sugar
    • ½ cup Water

    Ingredients for Pisco Sour:

    • ¼ cup Simple Syrup
    • ½ cup Key Lime Juice
    • 1 ½ cups Pisco
    • 1 ½ cups Ice
    • 3 Egg Whites
    • Angostura Bitters

    Instructions

    Instructions for Simple Syrup:

    • Combine the sugar and water in a small saucepan. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, stirring, until all the sugar dissolves. Remove from heat; transfer to a bowl and chill. Can be refrigerated for up to 3 weeks.

    Instructions for Pisco Sour:

    • Place simple syrup, key lime juice, Pisco and ice in the blender and blend well
    • Put the mixture and the egg whites in a cocktail shaker and shake vigorously until frothy.
    • Serve in 4-6 small tumblers with a dash of bitters in the middle of the foam.

    Notes

    Recipe reprinted with permission from Latin Twist by Vianney Rodriguez & Yvette Marquez-Sharpnack (Hippocrene Books © 2015). 

    Nutrition

    Calories: 189kcal | Carbohydrates: 12g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 0g | Saturated Fat: 0g | Cholesterol: 0mg | Sodium: 35mg | Potassium: 56mg | Fiber: 0g | Sugar: 10g | Vitamin A: 10IU | Vitamin C: 6mg | Calcium: 5mg | Iron: 0.5mg
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    Disclosure:  I received a copy Latin Twist for the purpose of this review. All opinions are my own.

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    Comments

    1. Sally says

      September 06, 2017 at 11:38 am

      5 stars
      This cookbook looks great and I love Pisco Sours!

      Reply
    2. Bonnie Clyne says

      June 03, 2015 at 10:09 pm

      Mojitos are the best!!

      Reply
    3. Daniel M says

      June 02, 2015 at 4:58 pm

      ‘I Want Latin Twist’!

      Reply
    4. Marina John says

      June 01, 2015 at 7:46 pm

      Wow, this looks nice and refreshing. I don’t drink, but I’d take a virgin! Lol!

      Reply
    5. Debbie L says

      June 01, 2015 at 5:00 pm

      I love to try different drinks – this looks like a excellent selection of drinks.

      Reply
    6. Stacey Werner says

      June 01, 2015 at 12:34 pm

      These all look super tasty! I like the actual fruit added in.

      Reply
    7. Sabrina @ Dinner, then Dessert says

      June 01, 2015 at 7:44 am

      5 stars
      Sounds AND looks like a fantastic book! I love a nice unique cocktail!

      Reply
    8. Beth@KCMompreneurs says

      June 01, 2015 at 6:42 am

      So fun to see the cocktails from different countries. Can’t wait to the make the sour cocktail.

      Reply
    9. Danielle Marie says

      June 01, 2015 at 2:11 am

      i am a huge fan of side cars and old fashioneds. need to branch out.

      Reply
    10. Donna says

      May 31, 2015 at 7:39 pm

      I’m not much of a drinker, but when I was in my mid twenties, I remember loving a good Tom Collins. ๐Ÿ™‚ Your photography is beautiful by the way!

      Reply
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