Pisco Punch
Quick Meal Facts: Prep time: 10 minutes, Cook time: 0 minutes (no cooking required), Time to stand: 10 minutes (optional for a stronger infusion), Total time: 20 minutes, Ease of cooking: Easy, Servings: 4, Calories: Approximately 180 calories per serving, Cost of ingredients: Moderate, Cuisine: Peruvian-inspired, Course: Beverage.
Equipment
- Shaker, muddler, strainer, glass pitcher, ice cubes, serving glasses
Ingredients
- 6 oz pisco Peruvian brandy
- 4 oz fresh pineapple juice
- 2 oz fresh lemon juice
- 2 oz simple syrup equal parts sugar and water
- Pineapple chunks for garnish
- Mint leaves for garnish (optional)
- Ice cubes
Instructions
- Prepare the simple syrup:
- If you don’t have simple syrup on hand, make it by combining equal parts sugar and water. Heat gently, stirring until the sugar dissolves. Allow it to cool before using.
- Mix the base:
- In a shaker, combine the pisco, pineapple juice, lemon juice, and simple syrup. This balance of sweet and sour will create that signature Pisco Punch flavor.
- Add ice and shake:
- Fill the shaker with ice and shake vigorously for about 15 seconds. You want the ingredients to blend perfectly and chill the drink at the same time.