The classic Brazilian cocktail. Meaning “little country girl”, the caipirinha was invented in São Paulo in the 19th century. The intense blend of sweet and sour has made it the most popular cocktail in Brazil, along with countless variations.

Add sugar to the bottom of a rocks glass. Slice the ends off the lime and lemon and cut into wedges. Cut each wedge in half width-wise, if desired. Arrange in the glass with peels facing up. Using a cocktail muddler, gently press down on the citrus four to six times while twisting. Use just enough force to extract the oils from the peels and expel some but not all of the juice. Fill glass with ice and pour cachaça over top. Stir with a bar spoon and serve with a straw.