Tropical Lime Caipirinha

This caipirinha cocktail is a classic Brazilian drink featuring the sweet and tart flavors of fresh lime juice and cachaça, a Brazilian spirit made from sugarcane. This refreshing cocktail is perfect for a hot summer day, with its vibrant citrusy notes and a touch of sweetness from sugar and simple syrup. The cachaça adds a unique depth of flavor, making this cocktail a delightful and spirited choice for any occasion.

Tropical Lime Caipirinha

A classic Brazilian caipirinha cocktail featuring fresh lime juice, cachaça, and a hint of sweetness, perfect for a refreshing sip.

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Ingredients

  • Ice
  • 1/2 ounce fresh lime juice
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • 1/2 ounce simple syrup
  • 2 ounces cachaça
  • 3 lime wedges
  • 1 lime wheel

Instructions

  1. Fill a rocks glass with ice.
  2. In a cocktail shaker, muddle the lime juice and lime wedges with the sugar and simple syrup.
  3. Add the cachaça and 1 cup of ice to the shaker, then shake vigorously.
  4. Strain the mixture into the rocks glass.
  5. Garnish the caipirinha with the lime wheel.