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Caipirinha Passion Fruit And Lime Recipe

Inspired by Santa María
Time8m
Serves1

Make Caipirinha Passion Fruit And Lime Recipe in just 8m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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Cocktail

Method

Cocktail

1

Prepare fruit and sugar

Cut the lime into 8 wedges: halve the lime, then cut each half into 4. Scoop the pulp from 2–3 ripe passion fruits into a small bowl or measuring cup (aim for about 2 tablespoons of pulp per fruit). Place the lime wedges in an old-fashioned or rocks glass. Add the granulated sugar on top of the lime wedges.

2

Muddle

Using a sturdy muddler or the back of a wooden spoon, gently press and twist the lime wedges and sugar together 8–10 times to release the lime juice and dissolve the sugar. Do not over-muddle the lime rinds aggressively (which can release excessive bitterness). Add the passion fruit pulp to the glass and give the mixture 4–6 gentle presses to combine pulp, lime juice, and sugar.

3

Add spirits and ice

Pour 2 oz cachaça over the muddled fruit mixture. Fill the glass with crushed ice until almost full (about 1 cup). If you prefer a colder, less diluted drink, use a mix of crushed ice and 3 ice cubes.

4

Stir and adjust

Using a long bar spoon or teaspoon, stir vigorously for 10–15 seconds to chill and slightly dilute the cocktail so sugar fully dissolves and flavors marry. Taste and adjust: add up to 1 more teaspoon sugar if you prefer sweeter, or a splash (¼ oz) more cachaça if you prefer stronger.

5

Garnish and serve

Top with an optional half passion fruit or a lime wheel on the rim. Serve with a short straw. Encourage the drinker to stir occasionally as the fruit settles.