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The Caipirinha is Brazil's national cocktail which is made of Cachaca, sugar, and lime. You might be asking what Cachaca is - it's a liquor similar to rum. It's difference is that it's made with sugarcane juice, while rum is made with either molasses or sugarcane juice and then aged in oak barrels. Cachaca is only made in Brazil and can be relatively difficult to find in the states for consumer purchase - if you can't find it, you can definitely substitute it with rum. The Caipirinha is a refreshing cocktail enjoyed not only in Brazil but around the world and is relatively easy to make and is DEFINITELY easy to enjoy!

Ingredients:

2 tsp granulated sugar
8 lime wedges
2 1/2 oz cachaca

To make:

Muddle the sugar and limes together in a glass. Fill the glass with ice cubes and pour in cachaca. Stir well. Just about anything makes an excellent garnish or an addition to the drink - you can add fresh fruit like berries, passion fruit, pineapple, kiwi, grapefruit, grapes, or tangerine. Adding a small amount of cream or soy milk creates a creamy variation. Adding a few sprigs of fresh mint as a garnish makes this cocktail similar to a mojito. Make several variations to serve at your party - your guests will definitely enjoy this cocktail!

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