Citrus Ripple Caipirinha
A refreshing twist on the classic Brazilian Caipirinha, blending fresh lime with sweet passion fruit and a hint of sugarcane spirit. This Brazilian recipe, ready in about 5 minutes, brings together fresh limes, passion fruit pulp, cachaça for a refreshing, crowd-pleasing drink — a bright, easy pour for parties, gatherings, or any warm-weather afternoon when you want something festive without alcohol-only options. Each serving lands at about 180 calories and feeds 1, so it works for entertaining, brunch, or a non-alcoholic option at the bar cart. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 2 medium fresh limes
- 1 oz passion fruit pulp
- 2 oz cachaça
- 3/4 oz simple syrup (1:1 sugar to water)
- 1 cup crushed ice
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Instructions
- Step 1: Cut 2 medium fresh limes into 8 wedges and place them in a sturdy rocks glass.
- Step 2: Muddle the limes gently with 3/4 oz simple syrup to release the juice and oils without pulverizing the peel.
- Step 3: Add 1 oz passion fruit pulp and 2 oz cachaça to the glass.
- Step 4: Fill the glass with 1 cup crushed ice and stir vigorously with a bar spoon for 20 seconds to chill and dilute slightly.
- Step 5: Garnish with a thin wheel of lime resting on the rim and a small spoonful of passion fruit seeds on top for texture.







