Chilcano

Name: Chilcano
Prep time: 4 min
Yield: 1
Ingredients: 50 ml Pisco; 15 ml Fresh Lime Juice; Ginger Ale or Soda (enough to cover); Ice (cubed or crushed); Lime wedge (garnish)

Chilcano - a cocktail of Peruvian origin. It offers a tropical experience with the soft character of pisco and the refreshing combination of lime and ginger ale.

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Chilcano is a classic Pisco-based drink born in the coastal cities of Peru in the 1920s. It reflects the warm tropical breezes of Peru and the light freshness of the Mediterranean. The soft and fruity character of pisco, combined with the tangy acidity of lime and the slightly spicy fizzy touch of ginger ale, gives a sense of tropical energy and summer vibes with every sip.

“Life should be as sharp as fresh lime, as fresh as soda and as characterful as Pisco”

This cocktail represents the joyful moments spent with friends on summer evenings in open-air bars or by the beach. Chilcano, with its simple yet balanced structure, offers a sophisticated experience made with simple ingredients. With each sip, the character of pisco, the vibrant aroma of lime and the freshness of soda transports the drinker to the coastal towns of Peru.

Chilcano is not just a drink; it is a ritual that reminds us to enjoy life on hot summer days, in conversations with friends and light refreshing moments.

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Ingredients

50 mlPisco

15 mlFresh Lime Juice

GingerAle or Soda (enough to cover)

Ice(cubed or crushed)

Limewedge (garnish)

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Method

1
Fill the highball glass with ice.
2

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Bartender Tips

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Use fresh lime juice, it adds vitality to the drink.

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Make sure the pisco is of good quality and fresh, it is critical for the balance of taste.

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Using crushed ice makes the cocktail extra fresh and soft.

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