Mustard Free Caipirinha
Brazil's most beloved cocktail is a masterclass in simplicity — just lime, sugar, cachaça, and ice working together to create something bracingly refreshing and deeply satisfying. The muddling step is where the magic happens, coaxing every drop of citrus oil and juice from the lime wedges so the drink has real brightness and depth. Cachaça, the sugarcane spirit at the heart of this recipe, brings a grassy, slightly funky character that sets it apart from anything you'd make with rum or vodka. For anyone navigating condiment-heavy menus or scanning ingredient labels at the bar, this one is naturally free of the hidden additives that can make ordering a cocktail feel like a guessing game. Every ingredient here is exactly what it says it is — no sauces, no marinades, no surprises. It comes together in under five minutes and tastes like a warm evening somewhere far more exciting than your 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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