Jun 08 2026
RestaurantsBasil & MintBrazilian Mint Caipirinha Recipe

Brazilian Mint Caipirinha Recipe

Inspired by Basil & Mint
Time10m
Serves1

Brazil's National Cocktail with a Minty Twist! Cachaca, Lime, Mint Syrup

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Ingredients

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Cocktail Ingredients

Method

Preparation Steps

  1. 1

    Muddle Mint Leaves

    In a glass, muddle the fresh mint leaves with sugar to release the mint oils.

  2. 2

    Add Lime Juice

    Pour in the fresh lime juice and continue to muddle gently to combine.

  3. 3

    Mix in Cachaça

    Add the cachaça and mint syrup to the glass.

  4. 4

    Add Ice

    Fill the glass with ice cubes and stir the mixture gently to combine the flavors.

  5. 5

    Garnish

    Garnish with a sprig of fresh mint and a lime wedge, if desired.

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