Each first Saturday of February is the ‘Día del Pisco Sour´

What is Pisco Sour?

Pisco Sour is a cocktail made with Pisco, a type of brandy that is made from grapes grown in the coastal regions of Peru. Other ingredients are lime juice, simple syrup, and egg white, which are shaken together to create a frothy texture. The drink is usually garnished with a few drops of Chuncho or Angostura bitters on top. It is considered the National Drink of Peru.

Its Origins

The birth of this cocktail dates back to the 20s. According to historians, the Morris Bar, located in the center of Lima, announced Pisco Sour as one of its specialties. This is the oldest known historical evidence of this drink. For this reason, some assure that the drink was the creation of Víctor Morris, known as “the gringo” and owner of this place.

Others, on the other hand, maintain that the authentic Pisco Sour originated in the bar of the Maury hotel, also in the center of Lima. It was there that they later enriched it by adding egg white and narrow bitters. The truth is that it became very popular and the most elegant hotels in Lima began to prepare it. Its fame grew in such a way that it was declared Cultural Heritage of the Nation in 2007 and it is celebrated every first Saturday of February.

Special Offers in Restaurants & Bars in Benelux in 2023

This year, some bars and restaurants in Benelux will have special offers during ‘Pisco Sour Day’ on Saturday, February 04th.

For more information about Pisco, click here.