Caipirissima Recipe
Written by Turn your day around with our unbeatable Caipirissima recipe! A harmonious blend of rum, refreshing lime, and a dash of sugar ensures every sip is a moment to remember.
Prep time: 1 minute
Mixing time: 1 minute
Servings: 1
Calories: 182
Ingredients
- 2 oz White Rum
- 8 lime wedges - from 1 lime
- 2 tsp sugar
- Crushed ice
Equipment
- Muddler
- Old Fashioned Glass
- Measuring Spoon
- Measuring Jigger
Instructions
- Muddle Lime & Sugar: Muddle 8 lime wedges and 2 tsp sugar in your Old Fashioned glass. You want to press the limes to release the juice, but don't pulverize it into pieces.
- Add Rum: Pour 2 oz White Rum over the muddled lime and sugar mixture.
- Add Ice: Fill the glass with crushed ice.
- Stir: Mix the ingredients until well combined, then add ice if needed. Serve and enjoy the drink.
Notes
Substitutes:
- White Rum: Sometimes, I switch up the white rum for a golden rum to give the drink a richer taste. Cachaça is also an excellent choice if you're looking to bridge the gap between a Caipirissima and a classic Caipirinha.
- Sugar: If white sugar isn't on hand, brown sugar offers a deeper, molasses-like flavor. Agave or simple syrup can also serve as a quick liquid sweetener substitute.
Making a Pitcher of Caipirissima:
- Scale: For a pitcher that serves 8, you'll need 16 oz of white rum, 8 limes cut into wedges, and 16 teaspoons of sugar.
- Mix: Muddle the lime wedges and sugar in a large pitcher. Then, add the rum and mix well.
- Serve: Pour the mixture into ice-filled Old Fashioned glasses and serve immediately.
Making it Non-Alcoholic:
- White Rum Substitute: Opt for a non-alcoholic rum alternative. Several brands on the market imitate the flavor profile of rum without the alcohol.
- Proceed As Usual: Use this non-alcoholic substitute instead of the regular rum and follow the original steps to enjoy a refreshing non-alcoholic Caipirissima.