True Brazilian Caipirinha recipe

In addition to our tour in the Pantanal we also managed to partake in a cocktail lesson, that wasn't mentioned in the brochure. Whilst we had to provide the spirits ($6 for 956mL bottle of cachaca) all the other ingredients and lesson were free. This may of been because our tour guide just wanted to drink that night, but we are not complaining as it was a great night out.

True Brazilian Caipirinha recipe

• 1 x 965mL bottle of Cachaca (Brazilian white rum made from sugar cane)
• 1 x 1kg packet of refined sugar
• 20 x limes
• Ice
• Water
• Large jug

Step 1: Peel approximately 10-12 limes (machete works well), dice into small cubes and put into the jug

Step 2: Add a good dash of sugar to the jug (approx 100-150g) all depending on taste

Step 3: Muddle the lime and sugar together until all of the limes are juiced (don't use a fork or spoon as it takes too long... Potato masher would be best)

Step 4: Add Cachaca... Depending on party size or level of hangover you are trying to achieve a good start is 200-250mL

Step 5: Add ice, stir and then water to taste (remember to keep tasting as you go to get the perfect mixture for your palate)

Once the jug is empty keep the remaining lime pulp and add extras plus the other ingredients to keep your party going. Just one word of advice do not over indulge if you are planning to hike through a humid jungle the next day... Words of experience...