Caipivinho
Caipivinho is a sour, citrus and strong cocktail made with Wine and Cachaça, with moderate flavor complexity.
Ingredients
- 1 lime
- 25 ml simple syrup
- 25 ml cachaça
- Dry red wine (to top)
- Ice
Method
- Muddle the lime with the syrup in the glass.
- Add ice and the cachaça.
- Top with dry red wine (sweet wine throws the recipe off balance).
- Stir lightly.
FAQ
What is in a Caipivinho?
A Caipivinho is made with 1 lime, 25 ml simple syrup, 25 ml cachaça, Dry red wine (to top) and Ice.
Is a Caipivinho strong?
A Caipivinho is spirit-forward: little mixer, and the alcohol shows.
When should you serve a Caipivinho?
A Caipivinho fits a barbecue, a party, a hot day, easy prep and a Brazilian table.
What can I use instead of cachaça?
Cachaça is a Brazilian cane spirit. Without it, the drink is no longer the same recipe. An unaged rhum agricole is the closest stand-in; white rum is a last resort and will taste different.
What is the bartender tip for a Caipivinho?
Stick with dry red wine. Sweet wine throws the recipe off balance.