Pisco Sour   

Drinks & Cocktails

Pisco Sour Recipe

Pisco Sour is a traditional Peruvian drink. Pisco is a colourless brandy or spirit made from grapes. It is very high in alcohol and traditionally from Southern Peru.

  • 3 tablespoons of Pisco
  • 20ml of lime or lemon juice (half a large lemon)
  • 1 teaspoon of castor / superfine sugar
  • Crushed ice
  • A dash of Bitters

Half fill a small glass with crushed ice. Squeeze the lime or lemon juice directly into the glass and drop in the wrung out fruit. Add the sugar and stir until dissolved. Pour in the Pisco and stir. A dash of Bitters can be added if desired.

(Serves 1)

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