World Flavors Cookbook

Caipirinha

Brazil's national cocktail, made with cachaça (sugar cane spirit), lime, sugar, and ice.

Cuisine: Brazil

Ingredients

• 60ml Cachaça
• 1 lime, cut into wedges
• 2 tsp sugar
• Crushed ice

Instructions

1. Place lime wedges and sugar in a sturdy glass.
2. Muddle the lime and sugar to release the juices.
3. Fill the glass with crushed ice.
4. Pour in the cachaça.
5. Stir gently and serve.