Strawberry Caipiroska Cocktail
A twist on the classic Caipiroska, this cocktail blends vodka, lime, brown sugar, and fresh strawberries for a super refreshing, fruity drink that’s easy to make at home. Crisp, sweet, and perfectly balanced for a chill night in or special get-together.
Equipment
- Muddler
- Cutting board and knife
- Short glass (old fashioned glass)
- Bar spoon
- Measuring jigger
- Ice crusher or mallet
Ingredients
- 2 fresh strawberries hulled and sliced
- 0.5 lime cut into wedges
- 2 tsp brown sugar adjust to taste
- 2 oz vodka unflavored works best
- crushed ice enough to fill glass
Instructions
- Drop lime wedges and brown sugar into the glass.
- Muddle gently to get the lime juice out and dissolve the sugar.
- Add the sliced strawberries and muddle again to bring out their juice.
- Pour the vodka over the muddled fruit.
- Fill the glass with crushed ice.
- Stir everything well with a bar spoon so the flavors mix evenly.
Notes
This strawberry caipiroska puts a fruity spin on the classic, which usually just has lime, sugar, and vodka. Brown sugar works better with strawberries, but you can cut it down for a sharper taste. Serve immediately for the freshest flavor.