CAIPIRINHA ORIGINAL OR WITH FRUIT

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Jamie Oliver is to thank for this one!This is a strong Brazilian drink! Lots of people relate this to tequila. Pronunciation ki pe ren ye The basic recipe is fabulous but if you want a change try it with your favorite fruit.

Provided by Rita1652

Categories     Beverages

Time 10m

Yield 1 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 teaspoons granulated sugar, adding more if ya like it sweeter
1 lime (8 Wedges)
2 1/2 ounces cachaca (kah-SHAH-sah)
8 berries (optional)
1 -2 tablespoon mango (optional)
1 -2 tablespoon pineapple (optional)

Steps:

  • Place the lime pieces, pulp side up, in the bottom of an old fashioned glass or heavy tumbler.
  • Add sugar to taste and crush the lime and sugar together with a pestle or the end of a wooden spoon (be sure to crush the pieces pulp side up or too much bitter lime oil will be released from the zest).
  • Add the cachaca, stir to mix and add lots of ice cubes.
  • Stir well again and serve.
  • Optional: Shake all ingredients in a shaker till very well chilled.
  • Optional: Add your choice of fruit to the lime to be muddled or in the shaker.

brandon fortner
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This Caipirinha is the perfect drink to enjoy on a hot summer day. It's so refreshing and delicious.


Angela Panaligan
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I love the addition of sugar to this Caipirinha. It gives it a nice sweetness that balances out the tartness of the limes.


Palesa Faith
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This Caipirinha is the perfect balance of sweet and tart. It's so refreshing and delicious.


Mark Underwood
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I love the fact that this Caipirinha is made with fresh limes. It gives it a really bright and citrusy flavor.


Ella Caramay
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This Caipirinha is the perfect drink to serve at a party. It's easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


dionne brown
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I've made this Caipirinha several times now and it's always a hit with my friends.


DAVID DINH
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This Caipirinha is the perfect drink to enjoy on a hot summer day. It's so refreshing and delicious.


Beatrice Slamdill
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I love the addition of sugar to this Caipirinha. It gives it a nice sweetness that balances out the tartness of the limes.


Korimkhan
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This Caipirinha is the perfect balance of sweet and tart. It's so refreshing and delicious.


sherry bishop
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I've tried many Caipirinha recipes over the years, but this one is definitely my favorite.


Munawar Jatoi
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This Caipirinha is the perfect drink to serve at a party. It's easy to make and it's always a hit.


Bikram Agarwal
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I love the fact that this Caipirinha is made with fresh limes. It gives it a really bright and citrusy flavor.


Nagendra yonjan dad nagendra yonjan dad
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This Caipirinha is so refreshing and delicious. It's the perfect drink to enjoy on a hot summer day.


Connie Barnard
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I've made this Caipirinha several times now and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Thomas Crawshaw
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This Caipirinha is the perfect drink to serve at a Brazilian barbecue.


Maria Kofou
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I love the addition of fruit to this Caipirinha. It gives it a really nice flavor.


Jiten Das
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This is the best Caipirinha recipe I've ever tried. It's so easy to make and it always turns out perfect.


Siam King
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I made this Caipirinha for a party last weekend and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it.


Clean Bro1000
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This Caipirinha recipe is a keeper! It's so refreshing and flavorful, and it's the perfect drink to enjoy on a hot summer day.


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