Chilcano
Peru's national long drink and the refreshing cousin of the Pisco Sour. Pisco's grapey aromatics meet the spicy sweetness of ginger ale, brightened by lime and tightened by Angostura bitters - built right in the glass and brimming with bubbles.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do you make a Chilcano?
A Chilcano is made by built method in 5 step(s). 1) Fill a highball glass eight-tenths full with large ice cubes. 2) Pour in the pisco, fresh lime juice and Angostura bitters. 3) Slowly top up with chilled ginger ale down the side of the glass to preserve the carbonation. 4) Lift gently from the bottom twice with a bar spoon to integrate, without stirring out the bubbles. 5) Garnish with a lime wedge and serve cold. Full recipe on MixMyth (mixmyth.com).
What ingredients are in a Chilcano?
A Chilcano needs 5 ingredient(s): Pisco 60ml, Fresh lime juice 15ml, Angostura bitters 2 dashes, Ginger ale top up as needed, Lime wedge 1 piece (for garnish).
What does a Chilcano taste like? How strong is it?
Flavor profile: Crisp, Citrus Fresh, Classic Balance. Strength: <18% ABV.
What glass is a Chilcano served in?
A Chilcano is typically served in a highball glass, prepared by the built method.
Ingredients
- Pisco60ml
- Fresh lime juice15ml
- Angostura bitters2 dashes
- Ginger aletop up as needed
- Lime wedge1 piece (for garnish)
Steps
- Fill a highball glass eight-tenths full with large ice cubes.
- Pour in the pisco, fresh lime juice and Angostura bitters.
- Slowly top up with chilled ginger ale down the side of the glass to preserve the carbonation.
- Lift gently from the bottom twice with a bar spoon to integrate, without stirring out the bubbles.
- Garnish with a lime wedge and serve cold.
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