REFRESHING CAIPIRINHA
Caipirinha is the national drink of Brazil. The drink is made with cachaça (pronounced - kuh-sha-suh). It is technically a brandy and a member of the aguardente family. There is an old adage in Brazil: "quanto pior a cachaça, melhor a caipirinha" -- the worse the cachaça, the better the caipirinha. The name caipirinha is derived from the Portuguese word caipira (hick, hayseed, country bumpkin, rube, etc.) coupled with the -inha suffix (a diminutive denoting little or small) and can be roughly translated as little hick, little hayseed, little country bumpkin, little rube, etc., etc. Poor man's drink or not, cachaça has become an integral part of Brazilian culture and its significance ranks right up there with soccer/football (futebol), carnival and samba as Brazilian national icons. The Brazilians like it sweet.... VERY sweet. In Brazil, the very best caipirinhas are made with "limões gallegos" -- what in the U.S. is often referred to as a key lime. Can also be made by the pitcher!
Provided by NcMysteryShopper
Categories Beverages
Time 3m
Yield 1 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Trim the ends off the key limes and halve lengthwise. Cut each half into 4 slices.
- In a cocktail shaker, using a wooden spoon or a pestle, muddle the key limes with the 1/4 cup of sugar until juicy and the sugar dissolves.
- Add the cachaça and the crushed ice and shake for 10 seconds; taste and add more sugar if desired.
- Pour (not strain) into an old-fashioned glass or tumbler ice and serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 510.7, Fat 0.4, Sodium 14.6, Carbohydrate 71.2, Fiber 5.6, Sugar 53.4, Protein 1.4
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Shanillia Birmingham
[email protected]This Caipirinha recipe is the best I've ever tried. The drink is perfectly balanced and refreshing, and the lime flavor is really pronounced.
shahzad bhai
[email protected]I made this Caipirinha for my husband's birthday party, and it was a huge hit! The drink was easy to make and very refreshing. I will definitely be making this again.
Elizabeth Roach
[email protected]I've never made a Caipirinha before, but this recipe made it easy. The drink was delicious and refreshing, and I'll definitely be making it again.
Ali Dhuddi
[email protected]This Caipirinha recipe is a great way to use up leftover limes. The drink is refreshing and flavorful, and it's perfect for a summer party.
TISHAN777 YT
[email protected]I'm not sure what I did wrong, but my Caipirinha turned out really watery. I think I might have used too much ice.
Nivo B
[email protected]I was looking for a refreshing cocktail to serve at my next party, and this Caipirinha recipe fit the bill perfectly. The drink was a hit with my guests, and I'm sure I'll be making it again soon.
Mansooor Khan
[email protected]This Caipirinha recipe is a keeper! The drink is delicious and easy to make. I'll definitely be making this again and again.
Prince Ansarul
[email protected]The Caipirinha was a bit too strong for my taste. I think I would use less cachaça next time.
Simina Parpala
[email protected]I've tried many Caipirinha recipes over the years, but this one is by far the best. The drink is perfectly balanced and refreshing, and the lime flavor is really pronounced.
Abigail Du Preez
[email protected]I made the Caipirinha for a party last weekend, and it was a huge success! Everyone loved the drink, and I got several requests for the recipe.
Jaques Richardson
[email protected]I'm not usually a fan of Caipirinhas, but this recipe changed my mind. The drink was well-balanced and flavorful, and the lime flavor was perfectly complemented by the sugar and cachaça.
Asma Axmad
[email protected]The Caipirinha was easy to make and very refreshing. I would definitely recommend this recipe to others.
Abu Nawaf
[email protected]I followed the recipe exactly, but my Caipirinha turned out too sweet. I think I would use less sugar next time.
Ali Shiekh
[email protected]The Caipirinha was a great way to cool down on a hot summer day. I especially liked the addition of the mint leaves, which gave the drink a nice refreshing flavor.
Jona jona Jona
[email protected]I tried making the Caipirinha last night, and it was a hit! My friends loved it. The drink was flavorful and refreshing, and the lime flavor really stood out. I'll definitely be making this again.
BigPurpleTiger
[email protected]This Caipirinha recipe was simple to follow, and the results were delicious! The drink was perfectly balanced, with just the right amount of sweetness, sourness, and lime flavor. I also appreciated that the recipe included a non-alcoholic variation,