Melon Caipirinha
A fruity and sour cachaça cocktail ∙ Muddle ∙ 3 min ∙ 22.3%
Ingredients
~198 kcal per serving
1
Servings
Garnish
Instructions for 1 serving
- Pre-chill a glass
- Cut half a Fresh lime into wedges and drop into a sturdy rocks glass
- Add Powdered sugar 3 bsp (or 15 ml sugar syrup) and Muddle
- Add Melon 1 slice and Muddle again
- Once the sugar is dissolved, transfer the mixture to the serving glass
- Pour Cachaça 60 ml into the muddling glass, swirl to rinse, and pour into the serving glass
- Stir to combine
- Crack 4-5 large ice cubes with an ice tapper and drop into the serving glass
- Stir, top with more ice, and serve with a stirrer
History
Melon Caipirinha is a refreshingly subtle twist on Brazil’s national cocktail, featuring delicate notes of melon alongside the familiar zing of lime and cachaça. Light and fruity, it’s crafted for easy enjoyment, especially on warm days or as a casual aperitif. The drink offers a gentle sweetness that never overwhelms the palate, making it welcoming for all. It’s a modern, playful take that feels at home both at parties and in quieter moments. Each glass delivers a taste of the tropics, mellow and inviting.
