Pisco Sour with Fresh Lime and Egg White Foam
A classic Peruvian pisco sour cocktail combining fresh lime juice with pisco and a foamy egg white topping for a crisp, tart balance. This recipe, ready in about 5 minutes, brings together pisco, fresh lime juice, simple syrup for a refreshing, crowd-pleasing drink — a bright, easy pour for parties, gatherings, or any warm-weather afternoon when you want something festive without alcohol-only options. Each serving lands at about 170 calories and feeds 1, so it works for entertaining, brunch, or a non-alcoholic option at the bar cart. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 2 oz pisco
- 1 oz fresh lime juice
- 3/4 oz simple syrup
- 1 large egg white
- 2 dashes angostura bitters
- as needed ice cubes
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Instructions
- Step 1: Combine 2 oz pisco, 1 oz fresh lime juice, 3/4 oz simple syrup, and 1 large egg white in a cocktail shaker. Shake vigorously without ice for 15 seconds to create a frothy texture.
- Step 2: Add ice cubes to fill the shaker halfway and shake again for 20 seconds until the drink is well chilled.
- Step 3: Strain into a chilled coupe glass. Add 2 dashes angostura bitters on top of the foam and use a toothpick to swirl decorative patterns before serving.






