Caipirinha, the Brazilian national cocktail, is a refreshing and flavorful drink that is perfect for any occasion. Made with cachaça, sugar, lime, and ice, it is a simple yet delicious cocktail that is sure to please everyone. Cachaça, a distilled spirit made from sugarcane, is the key ingredient in caipirinha and gives it its unique flavor. The sweetness of the sugar and the tartness of the lime balance out the flavor of the cachaça, while the ice keeps the drink cold and refreshing. With its vibrant colors and unique flavor, the caipirinha is a must-try for anyone looking for a delicious and authentic Brazilian cocktail.
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HOW TO MAKE CAIPIRINHA
The classic caipirinha is the mother of all Brazilian cocktails. This refreshing 3-ingredient drink, is the perfect treat to spend a great summer afternoon with your amigos and familia. It's a delicious cocktail that pairs wonderfully with a churrasco, and all things grilled. Your summer bbq festas will never be the same! - recipe makes 2 servings.
Provided by aline_shaw
Time 5m
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- juice 3 of the limes and set aside - you'll want about a 1/3 of a cup of juice, give or take
- cut the other 2 limes in 8 pieces each
- Add the sugar and the lime pieces to a cup and muddle until you've juiced all the little pieces and they're nicely combined with the sugar
- add the lime juice and the cachaça to the muddled limes and stir gently to dissolve the sugar - approx. 2 minutes
- fill 2 cups with ice, and top them with caipirinha
CAIPIRINHA
It doesn't get simpler or more refreshing than a classic caipirinha, which is the national cocktail of Brazil. The sweet-tart drink calls for just three ingredients: lime, sugar, and cachaça, a sugarcane liquor that's like a smokier version of rum.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Drink Recipes Cocktail Recipes
Time 5m
Yield Makes 1
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Cut lime into 6 wedges. Squeeze the wedges into an old-fashioned glass, then add wedges. Add cachaça and sugar; use a spoon to muddle. Fill glass with ice, then stir well to chill.
CAIPIRINHA
Brazil's national cocktail is so refreshing and delicious! Ask your liquor store to order Cachaca for you if they don't stock it, there's no substitute.
Provided by CAMILLA362
Categories World Cuisine Recipes Latin American South American Brazilian
Time 5m
Yield 1
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- In a large rocks glass squeeze and drop in 2 eighths of lime. Add sugar, crush and mix with a spoon. Pour in the cachaca and plenty of ice. Stir well.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 176.7 calories, Carbohydrate 4.2 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fat 0 g, Fiber 0 g, Protein 0 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, Sodium 7.2 mg, Sugar 4.2 g
CAIPIRINHA
Steps:
- Gather the ingredients.
- Cut half of a lime into small wedges.
- Place the lime and sugar into an old-fashioned glass and muddle well .
- Top the drink with cachaça and stir well .
- Fill the glass with small ice cubes or cracked ice , stir again, and garnish with a lime wheel. Serve and enjoy.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 219 kcal, Carbohydrate 28 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fiber 5 g, Protein 1 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, Sodium 4 mg, Sugar 13 g, Fat 0 g, ServingSize 1 cocktail (1 serving), UnsaturatedFat 0 g
CAIPIRINHA (BRAZIL)
Provided by Food Network
Time 10m
Yield 4 caipirinhas
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Cut the limes in half, and then cut each half into 8 pieces. Place 12 pieces of lime in each of 4 double old-fashioned glasses (or other 12-ounce glasses.) Sprinkle 2 tablespoons of sugar into each glass. Using a muddler or the butt end of a large wooden spoon, mash the limes into the base of the glass. Try to dissolve the sugar as you do this, and stir occasionally. Fill each glass with 1 1/2 cups of ice and 1/4 cup of cachaca. Pour the contents of the glass into a shaker, and invert the glass into the shaker to act as a lid. Shake the glass and shaker to combine the sugar and cachaca for several seconds. Lift the glass from the shaker, and pour the contents back into the glass. Repeat the process with the remaining 3 glasses.
CAIPIRINHA (BRAZILIAN COCKTAIL)
I found this cocktail recipe on the CookBrazil website. The Caiprinhia cocktail was designated the National Cocktail of Brazil, and has simple ingredients of limes, Cachaca liqueur, superfine sugar and crushed ice. For flavor variations, you can add other fruits like raspberries or cherries, or even cucumbers are popular in the summertime. But the authentic version is the lime Caipirinha.
Provided by Northwestgal
Categories Beverages
Time 1m
Yield 1 cocktail, 1 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Place lime and sugar in bottom of cocktail shaker. Muddle lime to release all the citrus juice.
- Add crushed ice and cachaca to the shaker, and shake well.
- Pour shaken cocktail into an old-fashioned glass, and serve with a garnish of fresh lime wedge.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 164.8, Fat 0.1, Sodium 5.5, Carbohydrate 11.3, Fiber 1.9, Sugar 5.3, Protein 0.5
CAIPIRINHA COCKTAIL
The Caipirinha is the national cocktail of Brazil. Made with a sugar cane rum known as cachaca, limes and sugar, it's a sweet, yet tart taste of South America
Provided by Allrecipes
Categories World Cuisine Recipes Latin American South American Brazilian
Time 5m
Yield 1
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Combine sugar and lime quarters in a pint glass. Crush and mix together using a cocktail muddler. Add cachaca and stir. Fill with ice and stir again.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 164.7 calories, Carbohydrate 11.2 g, Fat 0.1 g, Fiber 1.9 g, Protein 0.5 g, Sodium 1.9 mg, Sugar 5.3 g
CAIPIRINHA
Enjoy a refreshing caipirinha at a summer barbecue or party. This classic cocktail is made with cachaça, lime and sugar. Serve with fresh wedges of lime
Provided by Miriam Nice
Categories Cocktails, Drink
Time 5m
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Put the lime wedges in a large jug with the sugar, then use a muddler or the end of a rolling pin to break them down. Release as much juice from the wedges as possible, and let it mix with the sugar to create a syrup - you can also do this with a large pestle and mortar. Discard the lime peel.
- Divide the syrup and cachaça between four glasses, then top with the crushed ice. Serve garnished with lime wedges, if you like.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 245 calories, Carbohydrate 31 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 30 grams sugar, Fiber 0.5 grams fiber, Protein 0.1 grams protein, Sodium 0.01 milligram of sodium
Tips:
- Always use fresh limes for the best flavor. - Roll the limes on the counter before cutting them to release more juice. - Cut the limes into wedges, but don't remove the pith (the white part), as it adds flavor to the caipirinha. - Use a wooden muddler to crush the limes, as it won't absorb the flavor of the limes like a metal muddler would. - Add plenty of ice to the caipirinha to make it refreshing and cold. - Use a high-quality cachaça for the best flavor. - Adjust the amount of sugar to taste. - Caipirinhas can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 hours. - Serve caipirinhas in chilled glasses. - Garnish caipirinhas with a lime wedge and a sprinkle of sugar.Conclusion:
Caipirinhas are a delicious and refreshing Brazilian cocktail that are perfect for any occasion. They are easy to make and can be customized to your liking. Whether you like your caipirinhas sweet, sour, or somewhere in between, there is a recipe out there for you. So next time you're looking for a tasty and refreshing cocktail, give the caipirinha a try.
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