Caipirinha
The Caipirinha is Brazil's national cocktail, made with cachaça, sugar, and lime. It's a refreshing and tangy drink that's perfect for sipping on a hot day.
Equipment
- Muddler
- Sturdy glass
- stirring spoon
Ingredients
- 2 teaspoons granulated sugar
- 1 lime, cut into wedges
- 2 ounces cachaça
- Crushed ice
Instructions
- Place the sugar and lime wedges in a sturdy glass.
- Muddle the lime and sugar together with a muddler to release the lime juice and dissolve the sugar.
- Fill the glass with crushed ice.
- Pour the cachaça over the ice.
- Stir well to mix the lime, sugar, and cachaça together.
- Garnish with a lime wheel or wedge, if desired.
Notes
Traditionally, the Caipirinha is made in the glass it's served in, which is usually a rocks glass. The drink is not strained, as the muddled lime pieces are part of its signature look and flavor.