Easy Brazilian Caipirinha Recipe 3-Ingredient Summer Cocktail to Try Now
A simple and authentic Brazilian cocktail made with fresh limes, sugar, and cachaça. Perfect for quick refreshment and capturing the spirit of a Brazilian summer.
- Prep Time: 7 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 7 minutes
- Yield: 1 serving 1x
- Category: Cocktail
- Cuisine: Brazilian
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium fresh limes
- 2 teaspoons granulated sugar
- 2 ounces (60 ml) cachaça
- Ice cubes
- Optional: lime wedge or wheel for garnish
- Optional: splash of sparkling water
Instructions
- Rinse 2 medium limes thoroughly under cool water. Cut each lime into 8 wedges (quarters, then halves).
- Place all lime wedges into an old-fashioned glass. Sprinkle 2 teaspoons of granulated sugar evenly over the lime pieces.
- Using a muddler or spoon handle, gently press down on the lime and sugar to release juice and oils without pulverizing the rind.
- Pour in 2 ounces (60 ml) of cachaça over the muddled lime and sugar. Stir quickly to combine.
- Add enough ice cubes to fill the glass, about 4-6 medium-sized cubes.
- Stir gently once more to chill and blend everything. Garnish with a lime wheel or wedge if desired.
Notes
Avoid over-muddling to prevent bitterness. Use fresh limes for best flavor. If too sharp, add more sugar or a splash of sparkling water. Fresh cachaça brands like Leblon or Ypióca are recommended for authentic taste. Prepare fresh and serve immediately for best flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cocktail (about 6-
- Calories: 165
- Sugar: 12
- Sodium: 2
- Carbohydrates: 14
- Fiber: 1
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