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Caipirinha

A classic Brazilian cocktail with muddled lime, sugar, and cachaça over ice. Bright, refreshing, and simple to make at home.

Total time
5 min
Servings
1
Calories
180
Caipirinha
FestiveRefreshingBrazilianVeganVegetarianGluten-FreeDairy-FreeNone

Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1

    Cut the 1 lime into 8 wedges and place them in a sturdy glass.

  2. Step 2

    Add the 2 teaspoons sugar and muddle gently until the lime releases its juice and the sugar dissolves, about 30 seconds.

  3. Step 3

    Fill the glass with the 1 cup ice.

  4. Step 4

    Pour the 2 ounces cachaça over the ice.

  5. Step 5

    Stir well for about 15 seconds to chill and combine. Serve immediately with a straw.

  6. Step 6

    Optional: add a splash of soda water for a lighter drink, if you like.

Tools you’ll need

  • Muddler
  • Sturdy glass
  • Straw

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