The Caipirinha, Brazil’s national drink, is made with cachaca: a powerhouse of a clear spirit distilled from fermented sugar cane. It’s no coincidence that “cachaca” means “firewater” in Portuguese!
While caipirinhas traditionally don’t include a seltzer topper (like mojitos, for example), it does make for a lighter and more refreshing tipple. With the addition of fresh cranberries, think of this as Autumn’s answer to Spring break.
(makes 2 cocktails)
What you’ll need:
½ cup fresh or frozen cranberries
1 lime, cut into 8ths
¼ cup sugar
Crushed ice
5 oz cachaca
chilled seltzer (optional)
Recipe steps:
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Divide the cranberries, lime, and sugar between 2 rocks glasses.
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Using a muddler or pestle or wooden spoon, muddle the cranberries, lime, and sugar until the sugar is dissolved and the cranberries and limes are well mashed.
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Fill the glasses with ice. Add the cachaca and stir to combine. For a lighter option, top with a few ounces of seltzer and serve!
