Lima: Night Pisco Cocktail Class & Bilingual Bartender

Summary

Evening cocktail workshop in Lima with local bartender and pisco tastings

You’ll step behind the bar in Lima for a hands-on Pisco cocktail class with a bilingual local guide. Mix your own Pisco Sour and Chilcano, taste wild infusions, and share laughs over farewell shots. The night ends with new flavors (and maybe new friends) lingering long after you leave.

What’s the experience like?

The first thing I noticed was the clink of glasses and this sharp, citrusy scent that hit me as we walked into the bar — not too fancy, just a warm little spot tucked off a busy street in Lima. Our guide, Carla, greeted us with a grin (she switched between Spanish and English so smoothly I barely noticed) and waved us over to a table lined with bottles of Pisco. I’d never seen so many infusions: some with pink peppercorns, others with odd leaves I couldn’t name. Someone next to me joked about trying them all — Carla just laughed and said, “Maybe not all at once.”

We started by shaking up our own Pisco Sour. Carla showed us how to get the foam right — apparently it’s all in the wrist (mine looked more like a flat pond than a cloud, but it tasted good). She told stories about old Peruvian bars and how Pisco came from these sun-bleached vineyards out south of here. There was this moment when everyone went quiet, just sipping and listening — you could hear the ice melt in our glasses. Then we moved on to Chilcano de Pisco, which was lighter and had this gingery kick that surprised me. I tried saying “Chilcano” properly; Carla smiled politely but I know I butchered it.

By the end we were passing around tiny shot glasses for these wild Pisco shots — some burned going down, some tasted almost floral. It felt like we’d been there longer than an hour; maybe it was the warmth or just how easy everyone started talking after that second drink. Walking out into the Lima night, my hands still smelled faintly of lime and something herbal from one of those infusions. I still think about that last toast — everyone clinking glasses and laughing together like we actually knew each other before tonight.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Pisco cocktail class and tasting

• Introduction and prepare Pisco Sour
• Learn Pisco history and culture
• Make refreshing Chilcano cocktail
• Enjoy farewell Pisco shots

Top questions

How long does the Lima pisco cocktail class last?

The class lasts approximately 1 hour.

What cocktails will I learn to make?

You’ll prepare both a Pisco Sour and a Chilcano de Pisco.

Is this cocktail class suitable for beginners?

Yes, it’s designed for all levels and is fully participatory.

Are drinks included in the price?

Yes, alcoholic beverages are included during the class.

Will there be an English-speaking guide?

Yes, your bartender is bilingual (Spanish & English).

Where is the class located in Lima?

The exact location isn’t specified but it’s accessible via public transport.

Do I need to bring anything?

No special items needed; everything is provided on site.

Is water available during the class?

Yes, purified water refills are offered throughout.

What’s included

Your evening includes hands-on mixing of two classic cocktails—Pisco Sour and Chilcano—plus several unique pisco infusions to taste along the way. A friendly bilingual guide leads you through every step while you enjoy complimentary purified water refills and all your drinks are included before heading back out into Lima’s nightlife.