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Limoncello Caipirinha Cocktail

Limoncello Caipirinha Cocktail Recipe
A refreshing cocktail combining the zesty sweetness of limoncello with the bold kick of cachaça, balanced with fresh lime and mint.
John
Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Serving Size 1 glass

Equipment

  • Cocktail shaker
  • Muddler
  • Measuring jigger
  • Mixing glass
  • Rocks glass
  • Bar spoon
  • Knife
  • Cutting Board
  • Fine strainer
  • Ice cubes

Ingredients

  • 2 oz limoncello
  • 1 oz cachaça or white rum
  • 0.5 lime cut into wedges
  • 1 tsp sugar white or raw
  • 4-5 fresh mint leaves
  • sliced strawberries optional
  • lavender optional
  • ice cubes or crushed ice
  • ginger beer or ginger syrup
  • lime wheel garnish
  • mint sprig garnish
  • cranberry garnish

Instructions

  • Drop lime wedges and sugar into a glass.
  • Muddle gently until the lime gives up its juice and the sugar starts to dissolve.
  • Add the mint leaves and muddle lightly—don’t go overboard or you’ll get bitterness.
  • Pour in limoncello and cachaça.
  • Fill the glass with ice.
  • Stir well or give it a quick shake to mix.
  • Top with a splash of ginger beer for some fizz.
  • Garnish with mint, a lime wheel, or a few cranberries if you’re feeling fancy.

Notes

Stick with fresh lime and keep the limoncello cold. Add strawberries, lavender, or ginger for aroma. Skip sugar for a lighter drink or add more ginger beer for fizz.