Strawberry Basil Caipirinha
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Curiada Ingredients
Other Ingredients
- 0.50 fresh Fresh lime (chopped wedges)
- 3.00 spoon Caster sugar
- 3.00 fresh Small ripe strawberries (hulled)
- 3.00 fresh Basil leaves
Directions
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Cut lime in half from pole to pole and slice one half into eight thin half-moon segments
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Drop lime segments into base of rocks glass
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Add caster sugar and muddle thoroughly
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Add strawberries and basil and muddle until fruit juice is fully extracted
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Transfer muddled mixture to highball glass
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Pour frozen cachaça into rocks glass and swirl to rinse
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Pour cachaça into highball glass with muddled mixture
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Stir to combine all ingredients
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Crack four to five large ice cubes and add to glass
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Stir briefly then top with more ice
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Garnish with stirrer
Cocktail Description
Imagine the vibrant flavor explosion of a traditional caipirinha, then add the sweet kiss of summer strawberries and the aromatic whisper of fresh basil.
This Strawberry Basil Caipirinha transforms Brazil's national cocktail into something entirely fresh, balancing the grassy funk of cachaça with bright fruit and herbal notes. The muddled lime provides essential tartness while strawberries contribute natural sweetness that works beautifully with the herbaceous quality of basil. Though it requires some effort with the muddling process, this cocktail rewards your labor with a refreshingly complex sipper that's worth the extra minutes of preparation. The Novo Fogo Chameleon Cachaça, with its subtle wood aging, adds depth that pure silver cachaças might miss. Perfect for summer gatherings or anytime you want to transport yourself to a Brazilian beach, this cocktail shines alongside grilled seafood, spicy tacos, or tropical fruit desserts. The drink requires some attention to technique—proper muddling and stirring are essential—but even novice mixologists can create a stunning version with a bit of care.
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