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Pisco Sour recipe

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Frothy cocktail served in a cocktail glass or a low tumbler.

Aperitif Court Great classics
Volume 10.8 cl
Alcohol 23.3 %
Calories 1410 kcal
Colour White, Yellow
Difficulty Easy
Published 09/2026
Prep time 4 min
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Ingredients

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Preparation

  1. Pour the pisco, lime juice, sugar syrup, and egg white into a shaker without ice and dry-shake.
  2. Add ice and shake vigorously again.
  3. Strain into the glass.

Serving

This cocktail is served in:

Cocktail glass

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Small coupe

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History

Created around 1920 by American bartender Victor Morris in Lima, Peru. It is the Peruvian national cocktail.

Decoration

Place three dashes of Angostura on the foam and drag them out with the tip of a pick.

Variation

The Chilean version is prepared without egg white or bitters.

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Frequently asked questions

What else is Pisco Sour called?

The Pisco Sour cocktail is also known as pisco sour, peruvian cocktail, pisco lime, egg white cocktail.

Which glass should Pisco Sour be served in?

It is recommended to serve this recipe in a Cocktail glass or a Small coupe.

What is the volume of Pisco Sour?

The volume of the Pisco Sour cocktail is 10.8 cl.

What is the alcohol content of Pisco Sour?

The alcohol content of the Pisco Sour recipe is 23.3%.

How many calories are in Pisco Sour?

The calories of the Pisco Sour cocktail are estimated at 1410 calories.

What colour is Pisco Sour?

The Pisco Sour cocktail is White, Yellow in colour.

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Excessive alcohol consumption is harmful to your health; please drink responsibly. This cocktail is not recommended for pregnant women.

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Updated on 10/08/2026

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