Pisco Sour
Peruvian cocktail with pisco, lime juice, egg white, and bitters. Tangy, frothy, and refreshing.
Ingredients
- •4 oz Pisco
- •3 tbsp Lime juice
- •1 teaspoon Salt
- •0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- •2 tbsp Simple syrup
- •1 piece Egg white
- •2 tablespoons Olive oil
- •3 cloves Garlic
- •3 drops Angostura bitters
- •1 medium Onion
- •1 cup Ice
Instructions
- 1
Add Pisco, fresh lime juice, simple syrup, and one egg white to a cocktail shaker. Dry shake vigorously for 15 seconds without ice to emulsify the egg white.
💡 The dry shake creates the signature frothy head - this step cannot be skipped for authentic texture.
- 2
Add ice cubes to the shaker and shake again for another 15-20 seconds until thoroughly chilled and frothy.
💡 Proper dilution from shaking is essential - the ice chill opens up the Pisco aroma.
- 3
Strain into a chilled rocks glass or coupe. Top with a few drops of Angostura bitters directly on the foam for visual appeal.
💡 The bitters create the signature garnish pattern - a slight swirl on top looks professional.
- 4
Add toppings or garnishes on top, arranging artfully for visual appeal and balanced flavor delivery.
💡 The topping is the first thing seen - make it visually appealing.
- 5
Create foam by tapping glass
💡 Presentation
- 6
Serve immediately while hot, garnished with fresh herbs or appropriate accompaniments as desired.
💡 Fresh herbs add brightness and visual appeal - presentation matters as much as flavor.
- 7
Add extra bitters if desired
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