Guide · Muddling and the "White Part"

How do you muddle citrus without making the drink bitter?

Contrary to popular belief, the "white part" (pith) of the lime isn't the main culprit. Unwanted bitterness comes from over-extracting oils from the peel. Muddle with the flesh facing up and stop as soon as the juice cells burst.

Drinks that use this technique

  • Caiperol
  • Caipivinho
  • Coconut Caipirinha
  • Cinnamon Caipiroska
  • Coffee Caipirinha
  • Grape Caipirinha
  • Tangerine Caipirinha
  • Lime & Honey Caipirinha
  • Caipi Jambu
  • Caipirinha Spritz
  • Old Fashioned
  • Green Grape Aperinha