Kiwi Lime Caipirinhas are a tasty twist on the classic Brazilian cocktail. This drink mixes the tart flavor of kiwi with the zesty kick of lime and cachaça. The blend of sweet and sour makes for a refreshing summer drink.

The recipe is easy to follow and quick to make. You only need a few simple ingredients and basic bar tools. This cocktail is perfect for parties or relaxing at home on a warm evening.

Kiwi Lime Caipirinhas offer a fun way to shake up your usual drink routine. The bright green color and tropical fruit flavors make it stand out from other cocktails. It’s sure to be a hit with friends who enjoy trying new drinks.

Kiwi Lime Caipirinhas Cocktail Recipe

This tropical twist on the classic Brazilian caipirinha adds kiwi for a fruity kick. The recipe combines cachaça, lime, and kiwi for a refreshing summer drink.

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Prep Time 5

Total Time 5

Serving Size

Equipment

Ingredients

For one cocktail:

2 oz cachaça
1 kiwi peeled and quartered
1/2 lime cut into wedges
1 tablespoon sugar
Ice

Cachaça is a Brazilian spirit made from sugarcane juice.

Instructions

Add kiwi, lime wedges, and sugar to a shaker.
Muddle until fruit is crushed and juices are released.
Pour in cachaça and fill shaker with ice.

Shake hard for 10-15 seconds.
Strain into an ice-filled glass.
Garnish with a kiwi slice or lime wheel if desired.

Muddling the fruit well is important to extract flavor.

Notes

This recipe is easy to scale up for a crowd. Make a pitcher by multiplying ingredients by the number of servings. Muddle fruit in batches if needed.

Try different fruits like strawberries or pineapple for tasty variations. You can also make a non-alcoholic version by replacing cachaça with lemon-lime soda.

Caipirinhas are strong drinks, so sip slowly and enjoy responsibly. Serve with light snacks like nuts or chips to balance the sweetness.

Tasting Notes

Kiwi Lime Caipirinhas offer a bright and zesty flavor profile. The drink has a sweet-tart taste from the kiwi fruit. Fresh lime juice adds a citrusy kick.

Cachaça, the Brazilian sugarcane spirit, brings a smooth and slightly grassy note. The sugar balances the tartness of the fruits. This creates a well-rounded cocktail.

The texture is refreshing and slightly pulpy from the muddled kiwi. Ice keeps the drink cool and crisp. Each sip delivers a tropical burst of flavor.

Aroma-wise, the cocktail smells of fresh kiwi and lime. Hints of cachaça add depth to the scent. The smell is light and fruity.

The drink has a pale green color from the kiwi. It looks vibrant in a glass with ice and lime wedges. The Caipirinha is best enjoyed cold on a warm day.

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Substitute

If you don’t have cachaça for kiwi lime caipirinhas, you can try other spirits. Vodka is a common swap. It makes a drink called a caipiroska.

White rum is another option. This creates a cocktail similar to a mojito.

For a non-alcoholic version, use coconut water or lemon-lime soda. These give a refreshing taste without the alcohol.

You can also try apple juice or white grape juice for a fruity twist.

If fresh kiwi isn’t available, use kiwi juice or nectar. Frozen kiwi chunks work too.

For the lime, bottled lime juice can replace fresh limes in a pinch.

Here’s a quick list of substitutes:

Cachaça: Vodka, white rum
Kiwi: Kiwi juice, frozen kiwi
Lime: Bottled lime juice
Sugar: Simple syrup, agave nectar

Remember, substitutes may change the flavor of the drink. But they can still make a tasty cocktail. Try different options to find your favorite mix.

Kiwi Lime Caipirinhas Cocktail Recipe