Caipirissima Recipe

Bobby Flay's refreshing Brazilian Caipirissima cocktail! This vibrant lime and gin drink is incredibly easy to make – perfect for a quick weeknight sip or a sophisticated party cocktail. Muddle fresh lime wedges with sugar, add gin, ice, and stir. Get ready to savor the zesty, cool, and utterly delicious taste of Brazil!

Prep Time 3 mins
Cook Time 3 mins
Calories 219.2 kcal
Protein 0g
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Ingredients for Caipirissima

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How to Make Caipirissima

  1. Cut one large lime into 8 wedges.
  2. Gently muddle the lime wedges with sugar in a rocks glass. Use a muddler or the end of a wooden spoon to release the juices without pulverizing the lime.
  3. Add 2 ounces of London Dry Gin to the glass.
  4. Fill the glass with ice cubes.
  5. Stir gently to combine and chill.
  6. Garnish with a lime wedge (optional) and serve immediately.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

0 g

Sugar

54g

Fat

0g

Carbs

6g

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Drinks & Cocktails European The Americas American Caribbean Gluten Free Summer Recipes 30 Minutes Or Less

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15 Minutes Or Less Time To Make Course Cuisine Preparation For 1 Or 2 Low Protein Healthy 5 Ingredients Or Less Beverages Brazilian Easy Low Fat Cocktails South American Dietary Low Sodium Low Cholesterol Low Saturated Fat Healthy 2 Low In Something Number Of Servings 3 Steps Or Less

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Caipirissima?

Caipirissima takes about 6 minutes from start to finish — roughly 3 minutes to prepare and 3 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Caipirissima?

Caipirissima has approximately 219.2 calories per serving, with about 0 g protein, 6 g carbohydrates and 0 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Caipirissima?

The key ingredients for Caipirissima are Lime, Superfine Sugar, Gin, Ice. See the full list with measurements above.

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