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Caipirissima

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Caipirissima is a cocktail variation on Brazil's Caipirinha that uses white rum in place of cachaça. A typical preparation combines rum with fresh lime and sugar, often muddled before the drink is served over ice. The substitution keeps the Caipirinha's citrusy sweet-sour structure while giving the drink the lighter, more neutral profile associated with white rum, making it a straightforward option for drinkers who prefer rum-based versions of Brazilian-style cocktails.

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What alcohol is used in a Caipirissima?

A Caipirissima uses white rum instead of cachaça. That substitution is what distinguishes it from Brazil's traditional Caipirinha.

How do you make a Caipirissima?

A typical recipe combines white rum, fresh lime, and sugar, often muddled together before adding ice. The result keeps the Caipirinha's sweet-and-sour lime structure while changing the base spirit.

What is the difference between a Caipirissima and a Caipirinha?

The main difference is the spirit: a Caipirinha uses cachaça, while a Caipirissima uses rum. Both normally use fresh lime, sugar, and ice.

Should a Caipirissima be served over crushed ice?

It is commonly served over ice after the lime and sugar are muddled. Crushed or small-cube ice helps chill the drink and blend its strong citrus flavor with the rum.

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