Strawberry Caipirinha
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Strawberry Caipirinha
Description
The simple preparation starts by placing quartered, stem-removed strawberries in a glass, topped with sugar. The strawberries are mashed with a pestle to release juices and mix with the sugar, creating a fresh strawberry syrup within the glass. Then either cachaça or sparkling water is poured in, depending on whether an alcoholic or non-alcoholic version is desired. The glass is filled with crushed ice to chill and dilute slightly as it is enjoyed.
The resulting cocktail offers a balance of sweetness from the berries and sugar, acidity naturally found in strawberries, and either a warming alcohol edge or refreshing bubbles from sparkling water. Variations using white rum or vodka are noted if cachaça is unavailable. The crushed ice contributes to a chilled, slightly diluted texture perfect for warm weather.
This strawberry rendition of the Brazilian classic Caipirinha provides a fruity alternative to the traditional lime-based recipe. The use of fresh strawberries introduces a subtle smoothness and natural sweetness that complements the spirit base without overpowering it.
Ingredients
- 4-5 strawberry stems removed, quartered, medium
- 2-3 tablespoons granulated sugar or monk fruit for a KETO version
- 3-4 Tablespoons sparkling water (for a non-alcoholic version) or cachaça (alcoholic version). If cachaça is not available in your area, use either white rum or vodka.
- ice crushed
Instructions
- Place the strawberries into a 6-ounce glass. Then, spoon the sugar on top of the strawberries. Using a pestle, mash the fruit, and stir in the sparkling water or cachaça (or white rum/vodka). Fill the glass with crushed ice. Decorate as desired. Cheers!
Notes
- The nutrition information provided corresponds to the keto-friendly version made with sparkling water and monk fruit sweetener.
- The traditional version with cachaça and sugar contains higher calories and carbohydrates.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 1Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 15 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 15kcal | 1% |
| Carbohydrates | 4g | 1% |
| Sodium | 1mg | 0% |
| Potassium | 74mg | 2% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 2g | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 6IU | 0% |
| Vitamin C | 28mg | 31% |
| Calcium | 8mg | 1% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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