Pisco sour

Pisco sour is a traditional cocktail made with pisco, lime juice, simple syrup, and egg white. It originates from Peru and Chile and is a popular drink in South America.

Pisco sour recipe

• 60 ml Pisco
• 30 ml lemon juice
• 20 ml simple syrup
• 1 egg white
• Several drops of aromatic bitters at the end

Vigorously shake contents in a cocktail shaker with ice cubes, then strain into a glass and garnish with bitters.

Directions for how to make the Pisco sour

1. Combine 60 ml of Pisco, 30 ml of lemon juice, and 20 ml of simple syrup in a cocktail shaker.
2. Add one egg white to the mixture.
3. Fill the cocktail shaker with ice cubes.
4. Vigorously shake the contents for 10-15 seconds until they have blended and the egg white is frothy.
5. Strain the mixture into an Old fashioned glass using a strainer to remove ice chunks.
6. Add a few drops of aromatic bitters to the top of the frothy mixture.
7. Garnish the top of the cocktail with additional bitters or a lemon slice, as desired.

Tips for how to make the perfect Pisco sour

• Use fresh lime juice for a tangy taste.
• Experiment with different ratios of Pisco to sugar to find the perfect balance for your taste.
• Shake the ingredients vigorously with ice to create a frothy texture.
• Add a dash of Angostura bitters on top for a unique flavor.
• Serve chilled in a chilled glass for a refreshing drink.

Alcohol-free alternative to the Pisco sour

One alternative to Pisco sour could be a virgin mojito. The virgin mojito is a refreshing and delicious mocktail that can be easily made by mixing lime juice, fresh mint leaves, and simple syrup with soda water or sparkling water. The combination of tangy lime juice, sweet syrup, and refreshing mint leaves creates a flavor similar to Pisco sour. The virgin mojito is perfect for those who do not consume alcohol and still want to enjoy a tasty and refreshing drink. It can be garnished with fresh mint leaves and lime wedges for a beautiful presentation.

Pisco sour fun facts

1. Pisco sour is a cocktail that originated in Peru in the 1920s.
2. Its main ingredient, Pisco, is a type of brandy made from grapes that are grown in Peru or Chile.
3. The cocktail consists of Pisco, lime juice, simple syrup, egg white, and bitters, which are shaken together and served over ice.
4. In Peru, there is a National Pisco Sour Day celebrated on the first Saturday in February.
5. The Pisco sour is said to have been invented by a bartender named Victor Morris, who opened Morris' Bar in Lima in 1916.