The 1903 recipe for the Pisco Sour's disputed origins

Food & Drink · Published 8 October 2026 Swipe more like this →

In short: Is the Pisco Sour a Peruvian or Chilean treasure? This video explores the history of the South American grape brandy and demonstrates a classic preparation method found in a 1903 Peruvian cookbook.

While both Peru and Chile claim the Pisco Sour as their national drink, the two nations produce different varieties of Pisco using distinct grapes and processes. This demonstration follows a century-old Peruvian recipe, utilizing superfine sugar, egg white, and a garnish of three dashes of Chuncho bitters.

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