Pisco Sour Cocktail

Classic Cocktails
Author: Yash Lakhan
A coupe glass filled with a yellow cocktail topped with foam sits on a marble surface against a dark background.

The pisco sour cocktail is Peru’s recognised national drink, known for its bright flavour and foamy texture. It expertly combines Pisco, a type of grape brandy, with other cocktail ingredients. Shaken to perfection, this distinctly aromatic drink creates a great combination of tangy and sweet. The country’s annual ‘National Pisco Sour Day’ celebrates the cocktail’s deep cultural significance, reinforcing its status as a beloved South American classic.

What you’ll need

Ingredients

Serves:
1
  • Pisco
    30ml
  • Egg white (about 15 ml)
    Medium
  • Fresh lemon juice
    25ml
  • Sugar syrup
    15ml
  • Ice cubes
    For shaking

Method

  1. Step 1

    Chill a coupe or old-fashioned glass thoroughly by freezing it.

  2. Step 2

    In a cocktail shaker, blend the pisco, egg white, fresh lemon juice and sugar syrup. To emulsify the egg white, give the ingredients a vigorous dry shake (without ice) for 15-20 seconds.

  3. Step 3

    Add ice cubes into the shaker, secure the lid and shake vigorously for an additional 15-20 seconds, or until the shaker is thoroughly cold and frosted.

  4. Step 4

    Strain the frothed mixture into a cold glass and serve immediately.

Tips & Suggestions

  • Before chilling, quickly rinse the serving glass with a small amount of floral water (such as orange blossom or rose) and invert to dry to produce a delicate and uplifting smell.

  • Place the sugar syrup in the freezer for 15-20 minutes before combining. When coupled with the egg white, the cold temperature will enhance the viscosity that will aid in the formation of a denser, more stable foam.

You may also like

Cóctel Don Paloma junto a una botella de Don Julio Blanco, una toronja y media cortada y un batidor.
Don Paloma Cocktail
Tequila
A glass of mojito with lime and mint sits on a wooden tray beside whole limes, a spoon, and a jar of brown sugar.
Virgin Mojito Cocktail
Low
A yellow cocktail in a coupe glass sits on a tray with a metal jigger, a lemon half, a cocktail shaker, and a jar of honey in the background.
The Bees Knees Cocktail
Gin
A glass mug of hot toddy with a lemon slice and cinnamon stick on a wooden table, with a jigger and another mug in the background.
Hot Toddy Cocktail
Whisky
A mason jar filled with iced blackberry drink garnished with mint, with blackberries and ice cubes scattered on a gray surface.
Berry Caipiroska Cocktail
The berry caipiroska is the fruity version of the classic caipiroska cocktail, featuring the smoothness of vodka with a delightful twist of fruits.
Vodka

FAQs

More from The Bar

A marble countertop with cocktails, a bottle of Don Julio tequila, Baileys, Johnnie Walker Black Label, snacks, and candles in a warmly lit room with red walls.
Elegant cocktail with a dried citrus garnish on a wooden table in warm lighting
A person in a purple shirt holds a glass of water at a wooden table with a bowl of green olives and a small dish of nuts.
Smiling person enjoying a cocktail outdoors in bright lighting
Smiling person enjoying a cocktail outdoors in bright lighting

Stay Inspired

Sign up to our newsletter for exclusive recipes, insider secrets and special offers - all delivered straight to your inbox.