Cocktails

Pisco Sour

Pisco Sour is an alcoholic cocktail. It leans sweet. Served in a Cocktail Glass. Expect about 16.8% ABV and roughly 232 kcal (estimated per recipe).

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Cocktailalcoholic16.8% ABV5 ingredients

At a Glance

232 kcalCalories

16.8%ABV

20.1gSugar

21.4gCarbs

1.33Std Drinks

Estimated from parsed ingredients and typical ingredient nutrition. Some ingredient data may be approximate.

These nutrition figures are approximate estimates for this recipe — actual values vary with your exact measures, brands and serving size.

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How hard is it to make?

Moderateshaken drink

Why: 5 ingredients, shaken drink, requires shaker

Estimated from the ingredient count and technique.

Ingredients & Tools

2 ozPiscoOther
1 ozLemon juiceJuice
1-2 tblspSugarSweetener
1IceDilution
to tasteEgg WhiteEgg Or Foamer

Tools:Cocktail Shaker

Contains an egg ingredient. Prepare with a fresh, safe egg; those who should avoid raw egg may prefer to skip it.

How to Make It

Vigorously shake and strain contents in a cocktail shaker with ice cubes, then pour into glass and garnish with bitters.Shaken

How to Serve

Glass: Cocktail Glass
Temperature: Chilled
Ice: Cubed ice
Method: Shaken

Served Chilled

Taste profile

Primary flavours

Sweet

Supporting notes

CitrusBrandy LikeFloralGrapeTart

Flavor tags are derived from ingredient-level flavor mappings.

Estimated sensory profile

StrengthLight – Strong

BodyLight – Full

SweetnessDry – Sweet

AcidityFlat – Crisp

FruitinessEarthy – Fruity

Bright and citrusy

What do these dimensions mean?

When to serve

Seafood DinnerSuggested from its lemon and citrus notes, pairing with ceviche and seafood.

Occasion tags are inferred from drink style, serving format, flavour profile, food-pairing theme, recipe metadata, and strict multi-signal supplemental rule matches.

Food pairings

Seafood Ceviche Salads

Food pairings are derived from the drink flavour signature, mapped to one dominant pairing theme, then limited to coherent public suggestions.

Diet & lifestyle

Compatible, based on the listed ingredients

Gluten-Free Vegetarian

Not compatible

KetoLow-CarbLow-SugarVegan

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Diet tags are ingredient-level and nutrition-estimate based. Product brands, preparation methods, quantities, and substitutions may change compatibility.

Alternatives to try

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Reviewed ingredient substitutions

Lemon Juice1 oz

Lime JuiceWorks, with a noticeable change

How much to use: Start with the same amount, then adjust sweetness if the drink tastes too sharp.
What changes: Lime juice can usually replace lemon juice, but the drink becomes sharper and more tropical.

Vegetarian-compatibleGluten-free-compatible

Sugar1-2 tblsp

Simple SyrupWorks, with a noticeable change

How much to use: Use about 1/4 oz simple syrup per teaspoon of sugar as a starting point.
What changes: Simple syrup can replace sugar, but it also adds water and dissolves more easily.

Vegetarian-compatibleGluten-free-compatible

Reviewed component substitutions are not guarantees that the replacement was tested in this exact recipe. Follow the reviewed adjustment note and taste before serving.

Preference filters use current ingredient, nutrition and diet evidence. They are not medical advice, and this database contract does not store user selections.

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Last updated June 18, 2026

Ingredients, measures and method are taken from the source recipe; roles and serving details are mapped from reviewed evidence.

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Frequently asked questions

What is a Pisco Sour?: The Pisco Sour is a cocktail made with 5 ingredients, traditionally served in a Cocktail Glass. It has an ABV of approximately 16.8%. A standard serving contains approximately 232 calories.
What does a Pisco Sour taste like?: Pisco Sour has a flavour profile featuring Sweet, Citrus, Brandy Like. The exact taste varies depending on the brands and measures used.
What food goes well with a Pisco Sour?: Pisco Sour pairs well with Seafood, Ceviche, Salads. The pairing is based on complementary flavour profiles from the recipe's ingredients.
How strong is a Pisco Sour?: The Pisco Sour has an ABV of approximately 16.8%. That's approximately 1.33 US standard drinks. This recipe is estimated to contain 232 kcal, 20.1g sugar, 21.4g carbs. Strength varies depending on the exact measures and ingredients used.
When is a Pisco Sour typically served?: Pisco Sour is often suggested for Seafood Dinner, based on its flavour profile and typical serve.
What drinks are similar to a Pisco Sour?: If you enjoy Pisco Sour, the "similar flavour profile" suggestions on this page point to cocktails that share its flavour character. Drinks with a matching spirit base and comparable body and acidity feel closest.
Can I make a Pisco Sour at home?: Yes. The Pisco Sour uses 5 ingredients, making it straightforward to prepare at home. You will need a Cocktail Glass. Use quality spirits and fresh ingredients for the best result.
What do the sensory profile dimensions mean?: Sensory profile dimensions describe key flavour characteristics: Body (light to full), Dryness (sweet to bone dry), Acidity (flat to crisp), Fruitiness (subtle to prominent) and Boldness (delicate to bold). Each scale helps you compare cocktails at a glance and find ones with similar character.
How do I use sensory profiles to find cocktails I like?: Compare the Body, Acidity and Fruitiness of Pisco Sour with other cocktails. If you enjoy this drink, look for others with a similar profile. Adjust one dimension at a time to discover new favourites while staying in your flavour comfort zone.