Hazelnut Free Caipirinha
Brazil's most beloved cocktail is a masterclass in simplicity — just lime, sugar, cachaça, and ice working together to create something bright, tart, and completely refreshing. The muddling step is where the magic happens, coaxing every drop of citrus oil and juice from the lime wedges before the spirit ever hits the glass. Cachaça, a sugarcane spirit with a grassy, slightly funky character, gives this drink a depth that sets it apart from anything you'd get with a standard white rum. For anyone navigating nut allergies at a bar or party, cocktails can be surprisingly tricky — flavored liqueurs, syrups, and garnishes often sneak in unexpected ingredients. This one keeps things completely clean: fresh fruit, plain sugar, and a pure spirit with nothing hidden in the mix. It comes together in under a minute and tastes like something a skilled bartender handed you, even if you're just standing in your own kitchen.
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1 serving
- 1 lime, cut into 8 wedges
- 2 tsp granulated sugar
- 2 oz cachaça
- 1 cup crushed ice
Instructions
- 1
Place the lime wedges and sugar in a rocks glass. Muddle firmly, pressing and twisting the wedges until the juice is fully released and the sugar has dissolved into the juice, about 8–10 presses.
- 2
Fill the glass with crushed ice, then pour the cachaça over the top.
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