Caipirinha
Ingredients
2 oz Cachaça
1 tsp sugar
1 lime (cut into chunks)
ice
Garnish: lime wedge (optional)
1 tsp sugar
1 lime (cut into chunks)
ice
Garnish: lime wedge (optional)
Source
Classic
Caipirinha
The Caipirinha is the national cocktail of Brazil, made with the nation's national spirit, Cachaça.
It's an ultra refreshing drink with an unavoidable kick!
The word "caipirinha" is the diminutive version of the word "caipira", which refers to someone from the countryside.
Method
Muddle lime with sugar in a rocks glass. Fill the glass with ice. Pour Cachaça and stir. Garnish with a lime wedge. A better version can be create by simply shaking the cocktail once built.