Pisco Cocktails

For our May/June 2024 issue, we delve into the story of pisco, “the first distillate of the Americas,” according to Museo del Pisco founder Adam Weintraub, and its place in Peru’s history. For those interested in exploring the category in the context of mixology, these are some of our favorite pisco cocktails to make at home, from a pisco Manhattan to a pisco and rosé punch.

Benedetto Alfieri

A culinary-inspired cocktail that showcases the fruity side of pisco.

Carina Carina

This twist on the Pisco Sour gets a subtle spiciness from chai-infused orange juice.

Danger Stranger

For this cocktail, an orange cream soda syrup sets a playful and nostalgic tone.

Devil in the Moonlight

The funky notes of pisco are bolstered by fresh mango for a bright but dry fruit-forward drink.

El Capitán

Combining pisco, vermouth, and bitters, this cocktail nods to the classic Manhattan.

Foreign Exchange

In this cocktail, miso complements the spirit while carrot adds earthy sweetness.

The Laotong

Cool off on hot days with Coterie‘s vibrant tea-infused pisco cocktail.

The Peruvian

A variation on the Alaska cocktail that leans into the floral character of pisco.

Summer of Love Punch

For a sangria-inspired recipe, Eden Rooftop Bar in Phoenix created this summery pisco punch.

Truly Scrumptious

Pear eau de vie and unaged South American grape brandy combine their fragrant forces in this luscious cocktail.