Caipirinha Recipe

Ingredients

• 2 oz cachaca
• 1/2 lime, quartered
• 2 tsp granulated sugar
• Ice cubes

Instructions

1. Muddle the lime and sugar in a cocktail shaker or glass.
2. Add cachaca and ice cubes to the shaker or glass and shake or stir well.
3. Strain into a glass filled with ice cubes.
4. Garnish with a slice of lime.

Variations

Strawberry Caipirinha

• 2 oz cachaca
• 2-3 fresh strawberries, quartered
• 2 tsp granulated sugar
• Ice cubes

1. Muddle the strawberries and sugar in a cocktail shaker or glass.
2. Add cachaca and ice cubes to the shaker or glass and shake or stir well.
3. Strain into a glass filled with ice cubes.
4. Garnish with a strawberry slice.

Passionfruit Caipirinha

• 2 oz cachaca
• 1/2 passionfruit
• 2 tsp granulated sugar
• Ice cubes

1. Muddle the passionfruit and sugar in a cocktail shaker or glass.
2. Add cachaca and ice cubes to the shaker or glass and shake or stir well.
3. Strain into a glass filled with ice cubes.
4. Garnish with a slice of passionfruit.

Verdict

Caipirinha is a refreshing cocktail that is perfect for warm weather. The combination of cachaca, lime and sugar provides a unique and delicious flavor. The variants of Caipirinha are equally delicious, with each fruit lending its own character to the cocktail.

Serving Suggestions

Serve your Caipirinha with traditional Brazilian snacks like Coxinha or Pao de Queijo for an authentic experience. Alternatively, pair your cocktail with grilled meats or seafood to enjoy alongside your meal.