• Rocks glass

• Muddler or bar spoon

• Jigger or measuring tool

• Bar spoon

• Ice scoop

1. Muddle the Lime and Sugar

• Place lime quarters in the bottom of a rocks glass.

• Sprinkle with 2 tsp sugar.

• Muddle gently to release the lime juice and dissolve the sugar, but avoid over-muddling the lime peel to prevent bitterness.

2. Add Cachaça and Ice

• Fill the glass with crushed ice.

• Pour in 2 oz of cachaça over the ice.

• Stir briefly to combine and chill.

3. Garnish & Serve

• Garnish with a lime wheel or additional lime wedge.

• Insert a straw or serve as is for sipping straight from the glass.

• Sweetness Level: Adjust the sugar based on your preference and the tartness of the lime.

• Fruit Variations: Add muddled strawberries, passion fruit, or pineapple for a fruity twist.

• Spicy Caipirinha: Muddle a thin slice of jalapeño or chili pepper with the lime for a spicy kick.

• Herbal Infusion: Add a few fresh basil or mint leaves to the muddling step for a fresh herbal note.

• Caipiroska: Swap cachaça for vodka for a milder, less earthy version.

• Caipirissima: Use white rum in place of cachaça for a Caribbean-inspired twist.

• Appetizers: Grilled shrimp, ceviche, or empanadas

• Snacks: Fried plantains, salted nuts, or yucca fries

• Dessert: Lime sorbet, coconut flan, or tropical fruit salad