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Lemon Pisco Sour

Shruthi
Lemon Pisco Sour is a bright and refreshing Chilean-style citrus cocktail.Fresh lemon juice provides its signature tart flavor.Pisco gives the drink its smooth grape-based character.Sugar balances the natural acidity of the lemon.Optional egg white creates a silky, creamy foam on top.Serve it ice-cold as a festive aperitif or alongside Chilean food.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Course Beverages, Cocktails
Cuisine Chilean, South American
Servings 4
Calories 230 kcal

Ingredients
  

For One Cocktail

  • 2 oz (60 ml) pisco
  • 1 oz (30 ml) freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • ¾ oz (22 ml) simple syrup
  • ½ oz (15 ml) chilled water, optional
  • 1 egg white, optional
  • Ice cubes

Optional Garnish

  • Lemon wheel
  • Lemon peel
  • A few drops of aromatic bitters, optional

Instructions
 

Prepare the Lemon Juice

  • Freshly squeeze a ripe lemon.
    Strain the juice through a fine strainer to remove seeds and excessive pulp.
    Fresh juice provides the cleanest and brightest flavor.

Prepare the Simple Syrup

  • If you don't have prepared simple syrup, combine equal parts sugar and water.
    Warm gently until the sugar dissolves.
    Cool completely before using.

Measure the Ingredients

  • Add the pisco, fresh lemon juice, and simple syrup to a cocktail shaker.
    If using egg white, add it at this stage.

Dry Shake

  • If using egg white, shake the ingredients vigorously without ice for approximately 10–15 seconds.
    This helps create a smooth, stable foam.

Strain

  • Strain the cocktail into a chilled rocks glass or coupe.
    If you want an especially smooth drink, strain it twice.

Garnish

  • Add a small lemon wheel or lemon peel.
    For an aromatic finish, add a few drops of bitters over the foam if desired.

Serve Immediately

  • Serve the Lemon Pisco Sour immediately while it is cold and the foam is fresh.

Notes

  • Pisco: Use a quality pisco with a flavor you enjoy.
  • Lemon: Freshly squeezed juice produces the best result.
  • Sweetness: Adjust the simple syrup according to the tartness of your lemons.
  • Egg white: It is optional but gives the cocktail a silky foam.
  • Shaking: Vigorous shaking is essential for proper chilling and dilution.
  • Ice: Use plenty of fresh ice in the shaker.
  • Glass: A chilled glass helps maintain the cocktail's temperature.
  • Garnish: Keep the garnish simple so the citrus and pisco remain the focus.
Keyword Chilean Cocktail, Chilean Pisco Sour, Fresh Lemon Cocktail, Lemon Pisco Sour, Pisco Cocktail, Pisco Sour Recipe