Caipirinha
Brazil's national drink: lime, sugar and cachaça — three ingredients are all it takes. Muddled lime releases its peel oils while the cane spirit brings a herbal sweetness; bright and refreshing, one sip lands you on Rio's beaches.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do you make a Caipirinha?
A Caipirinha is made by built method in 4 step(s). 1) Cut the lime into 8 wedges, place them pulp-side up in a rocks glass, add white sugar, and gently muddle to release the juice and peel oils. 2) Fill the glass with crushed ice and pour in the cachaça. 3) Fold from the bottom up with a bar spoon until the sugar dissolves completely and the flavors blend. 4) Top up with crushed ice, garnish with a lime slice, and drink immediately while icy cold. Full recipe on MixMyth (mixmyth.com).
What ingredients are in a Caipirinha?
A Caipirinha needs 5 ingredient(s): Cachaça 60ml, Lime 1, cut into 8 wedges, White Sugar 2 tsp, Crushed Ice fill the glass, Lime Wheel 1 slice, for garnish.
What does a Caipirinha taste like? How strong is it?
Flavor profile: Citrus Fresh, Crisp, Tropical, Fruity. Strength: 18-28% ABV.
What glass is a Caipirinha served in?
A Caipirinha is typically served in a rocks glass, prepared by the built method.
Ingredients
- Cachaça60ml
- Lime1, cut into 8 wedges
- White Sugar2 tsp
- Crushed Icefill the glass
- Lime Wheel1 slice, for garnish
Steps
- Cut the lime into 8 wedges, place them pulp-side up in a rocks glass, add white sugar, and gently muddle to release the juice and peel oils.
- Fill the glass with crushed ice and pour in the cachaça.
- Fold from the bottom up with a bar spoon until the sugar dissolves completely and the flavors blend.
- Top up with crushed ice, garnish with a lime slice, and drink immediately while icy cold.
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