Seeds Free Caipirinha
Brazil's most beloved cocktail is a masterclass in simplicity — just lime, sugar, cachaça, and ice coming together into something bracingly refreshing and deeply satisfying. The muddling step is where the magic happens, coaxing every last drop of citrus oil and juice from the lime wedges so the drink has that bright, slightly bitter edge that makes it so addictive. Cachaça, a sugarcane spirit with a grassy, funky character, gives this cocktail a personality that sets it apart from anything you'd mix with rum or vodka. Because the ingredient list is so clean and straightforward, there's nothing hidden to worry about — no spice blends, no infused spirits, no garnishes that could sneak in unwanted extras. It comes together in under two minutes and tastes like you're sitting at a beachside bar in Rio. Serve it over plenty of crushed ice so it stays ice-cold right down to the last sip.
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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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