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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
Course Cocktail
Cuisine Latin American
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings 6 Serves 4-6
Calories 189kcal
Author Toni Dash

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