The Pisco Mojito and Peru Libre
The Mojito and Cuba Libre are two classic Cuban cocktails that every mixologist knows how to prepare. But in Peru of course, we pay homage to these cocktails by preparing them with Pisco instead of rum. The inspiration for these drinks came from a cocktail book by Gaston Acurio. And one of my favorite things about these recipes is that many of the measurements are to taste. That way you can have some fun mixing, tasting, and sharing these cocktails with your friends. Presenting, the Pisco Mojito and Peru Libre, two wonderful examples of the versatility and playfulness of Pisco cocktails.
INGREDIENTS FOR PISCO MOJITO
- 2 oz. Pisco
- 1/2 lime
- 1 teaspoon honey
- mint leafs
- ice
- sparkling soda water
PREPARATION
Muddle some mint leafs with the Pisco, juice of 1/2 a lime, and a teaspoon of honey in a glass. Add ice, a dash of sparkling soda water, and garnish with a mint sprig.
INGREDIENTS FOR PERU LIBRE
- 2 oz. Pisco
- Coca-Cola
- ice
- 1 lime round for garnish
PREPARATION FOR PERU LIBRE
Add some ice to a glass, pour the Pisco and mix with some Coca-Cola. Garnish with a lime round.
SERVINGS
Two fabulous Pisco cocktails.