Discover the Classic Caipirinha Recipe with Authentic Ingredients

A refreshing Brazilian cocktail, the caipirinha combines cachaça, lime, and sugar for a simple yet vibrant drink.

Category Tags:

BeverageCocktail

Cuisine Tags:

South American

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Instructions

  1. Cut half a lime into wedges and reserve a wheel from the remaining half for garnish.

  2. Muddle the lime wedges with 1 1/2 to 2 1/2 teaspoons superfine sugar in an old-fashioned glass.

  3. Add 2 ounces cachaça and stir.

  4. Fill the glass with small ice cubes or cracked ice, stir once more, and garnish with the reserved lime wheel.