Escape the cold winter months with this passion fruit caipirinha, a delightful Brazilian cocktail.
A fantastic recipe that requires just a handful of ingredients (lime, cachaca, Passion Fruit, and just the right amount of sugar) and no fancy equipment.
This iconic drink, the Brazilians' national cocktail, transcends borders and seasons. A refreshing and sweet drink with a tangy finish and classic Brazilian flair.
This recipe was inspired by this other Passion Fruit Cocktail and another exotic cocktail I love, the Mexican Paloma.
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Caipirinha: Brazil’s National Cocktail
Brazilians’ national cocktail, the Caipirinha, is a classic Brazilian cocktail made with Cachaça (a Brazilian distilled spirit) that has found its way to bars worldwide, particularly embraced in the United States.
I love this refreshing drink even during the cold winter months because it provides a touch of the tropics with its refreshing and tangy finish. The best part is that classic Brazilian Caipirinhas are the epitome of simplicity, making them a go-to. No fancy syrups or elaborate preparations.
But for a delightful twist, I am infusing this classic recipe with the vibrant tropical notes of one of my favorite fruits, the one and only, PASSION FRUIT with its exotic allure.
A reminder that even on the coldest winter days, a little bit of sunshine (and cachaça!) can go a long way.
Other refreshing Latin Inspired drinks you may like are our Blackberry Sangria and our Strawberry Watermelon Rosé Sangria. Delicious for sipping!
Equipment
You don't need a fancy bar setup for this fantastic cocktail. A trusty cocktail shaker is ideal, but a rocks glass, a muddler (or the back of a spoon!), and some elbow grease will work fine.
Ingredients
- Lime, cut into wedges.
- Sugar (superfine Sugar or regular white Sugar)
- Cachaça – a distilled spirit made from fermented sugarcane juice and the most popular spirit among distilled alcoholic beverages in Brazil.
- Passion Fruit Concentrate - I used Goya's frozen concentrate found in Latin or international grocery stores. (passion fruit puree or fresh passion fruit pulp (seeds and all), are suitable substitutes if you can access fresh fruit. Even passion fruit juice will work in a pinch)
- Angostura bitters (optional, for a touch of depth and my added twist).
- Lime Wheel, Passion Fruit Seeds, or Mint Sprig for garnish (optional)
See the recipe card at the bottom of this post for quantities.
How To Make a Brazilian Passion Fruit Caipirinha
- Begin by cutting the lime lengthwise into 2 pieces. Trim off the stem end and the white membrane separating the sections. Cut crosswise into 8 pieces.
- In a cocktail shaker, combine lime wedges and sugar.
- Muddle the lime until the sugar is well incorporated and diluted and squeezed the lime juice.
- Add cachaca and passion fruit concentrate to the shaker.
- Optionally, include a dash of Amargo de Angostura (bitters) for added depth.
- Shake the mixture vigorously with ice cubes for 10 seconds.
- Pour the mixture into a rock glass.
- Garnish with a lime wheel or mint sprig if desired. And serve immediately. Cheers!
Top TIP: Classic Caipirinha is served with muddled limes, wedges, and all, typically not strained.
For a skinny Caipirinha version with less calories, substitute the sugar with monkfruit sweetener or with 1 ounce of this
Sugar-Free Monk Fruit Simple Syrup
Don't be fooled by its simplicity; this classic caipirinha recipe is the bomb and packs a punch of flavor and fun.
Mastering this classic Brazilian Caipiriñas recipe opens the door to new tropical flavors. Whether experiencing this fantastic drink for the first time or adding a new Caipirinha flavor to your repertoire, the Brazilian Passion Fruit Caipirinha promises a delightful cultural experience.
I hope that you like this new Passion Fruit Cocktail recipe as much as I do.
Happy mixing! And cheers! Salud!
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Brazilian Passion Fruit Caipirinha Cocktail
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: n/a
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: 1 drink 1x
- Category: Drinks
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Brazilian
Description
Escape the cold winter months or freshen up on a hot summer day with this Passion Fruit Caipirinha, a delightful Brazilian cocktail.
A fantastic recipe that requires just a handful of ingredients (lime, cachaca, Passion Fruit, and sugar) and no fancy equipment.
Equipment:
You don't need a fancy bar setup for this fantastic cocktail. A trusty cocktail shaker is ideal, but a rock glass, a muddler (or the back of a spoon!), and some elbow grease will work fine.
Ingredients
- 1 Lime, cut into wedges.
- 1 tablespoon of Sugar (superfine Sugar or regular white Sugar)
- 2 ounces Cachaça (see notes)
- 2.5 ounces Passion Fruit Concentrate
- 1 dash of Angostura bitters (optional, for a touch of depth and my added twist).
- Lime wheel, Passion Fruit Seeds, or Mint Sprig for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Begin by cutting the lime lengthwise into 2 pieces. Trim off the stem end and the white membrane separating the sections. Cut crosswise into 8 pieces.
- In a cocktail shaker, combine lime wedges and sugar.
- Muddle the fruit until the sugar is well incorporated and diluted, and squeeze the lime juice.
- Add cachaca and passion fruit concentrate to the shaker.
- Optionally, could you include a dash of Amargo de Angostura (bitters) for added depth.
- Shake the mixture vigorously with ice cubes for 10 seconds.
- Pour the mixture into a rock glass.
- Garnish with a lime wheel or mint sprig if desired. And serve immediately.
Top TIP: Classic Caipirinha is served with muddled limes, wedges, and all, typically not strained.
Notes
Cachaca is a distilled spirit made from fermented sugarcane juice and the most popular spirit among distilled alcoholic beverages in Brazil.
Passion fruit puree or fresh passion fruit pulp (seeds and all), are suitable substitutes if you can access fresh fruit. Even Passion Fruit Juice will work in a pinch).
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cocktail
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 14.1 g
- Sodium: 2.1 mg
- Fat: 0.2 g
- Carbohydrates: 20.2 g
- Fiber: 1.9 g
- Protein: 0.5 g
Jacob says
This Caipirinha was absolutely amazing. Our first time making it at home and we will be doing so again!
Juyali (ju-ja-lee) says
Thanks, Jacob! Glad it was a hit! Thank you for leaving your review. 😊
Nicole Kendrick says
I love these tropical flavors! This is so perfect for the fall.
Juyali (ju-ja-lee) says
Tropical vibes for the colder months. love it! 😎🙌
Swathi says
Yes this delicious drink, I made yesterday for our anniversary, so yummy.
Juyali (ju-ja-lee) says
Happy Anniversary! ❤️😊
Criss says
I made this Brazilian Passion Fruit Caipirinha Cocktail, and it was a hit! The passion fruit adds such a refreshing twist. I’ll definitely be making this one again!
Juyali (ju-ja-lee) says
So great to hear it was a hit! I agree the passion fruit it's such a nice flavor. Thanks for trying our recipe! 🙂
Lathiya says
I have never had a passionfruit drink. So I was unsure when I tried this but turns out that I actually love it. Going to be in my party menu from here on.
Juyali (ju-ja-lee) says
Hi Lathiya,
You're officially a passion fruit convert! 😉 So glad you love the caipirinha. It's the perfect summer sipper.
JC says
I've always wanted to know how to make a Caipirinha -- I loved this recipe!
Juyali (ju-ja-lee) says
Yay! That's awesome. I'm happy you finally got to try a caipirinha and that you loved it. It's such a classic and refreshing cocktail. And so easy!🍹😎
Jacqueline Debono says
This is my new favourite summer cocktail. I love caipirinha (often my cocktail of choice when out in the evenings!) and I love passion fruit passionately!! I used fresh fruit. So so good!
Juyali (ju-ja-lee) says
Yay! You like Caipirinha too. You've got great taste. 😉 Once you try them, you are hooked. Thanks for trying my Passion Fruit version. 🙂
Sonja says
Caipi, my favourite cocktail, made all tropical! The glasses are nearly too pretty to drink, but drink we did and seconds were had. Finally a perfect use for passion fruits when they are in season.
Now, what I didn't do was shake all the sugar until dissolved, but I left half of it just added last, since for me, one of the biggest joys of Caipirinha is that sugar crunch at the bottom of the glass together with the acidic fruit. So yummy!
Juyali (ju-ja-lee) says
That's amazing, Sonja! Your passion for the caipirinha and passion fruit shines through in your review. Cheers to that! 🍹😎
Alexandra says
It is the middle of Winter here in Australia, and this wonderful drink brings sunshine to us on a gloomy day 🙂 It is absolutely delicious and looks beautiful in the glass!
Juyali (ju-ja-lee) says
Hi Alexandra,
Bringing a taste of summer to winter is the best kind of magic. We live in Nothern U.S., and can totally relate about winter gloomy days.
The passion fruit caipirinha sounds like the perfect pick-me-up. So glad you loved it! 🍹😎
Ashley says
After having spent a lot of time in Hawaii, I'm always drawn to passion fruit recipes. I also LOVE a caipirinha. This cocktail delivered on flavor and then some. It's also incredibly beautiful. I'll be making this drink all summer long 🙂
Juyali (ju-ja-lee) says
Hi Ashley!
Passion fruit and caipirinhas - a match made in tropical heaven, wouldn't you agree? We are officially Caipirinha buddies. 😀
Nora says
This passion fruit caipirinha was so refreshing! Perfect for hot summer days!
Juyali (ju-ja-lee) says
Hi Nora,
Absolutely! Passion fruit caipirinhas are the ultimate summer sipper.
Audrey says
I made this for a little get together with some friends and everyone loved it! It is a great cocktail to serve with chips and dips.
Juyali (ju-ja-lee) says
Hi Audrey,
That's great! So glad to hear they liked it. Passion Fruit it's such a flavorful addition to cocktails. So creating this recipe was a must! 😍
Nicole NK says
Beautiful presentation on a brunch table. Passion Fruit takes it to the next level😍
Juyali (ju-ja-lee) says
Thanks Nicole!
Glad you like it. Passion Fruit takes any recipe to the next level, really. Best tropical fruit ever! 😍 And Caipirinhas with this fruit is delish.