A glass of Melon Caipirinha garnished with a stirrer

Melon Caipirinha

Fruity
Citrusy
Tropical

A refreshing and fruity twist on the classic Brazilian Caipirinha cocktail, incorporating melon and lime for a tropical flair.

Time to make
5 min
Difficulty
Intermediate
Strength
Strong

Ingredients

1 serving
  • Lime0.50 oz
  • Cachaca2.00 oz
  • Caster sugat3.00 oz
  • Melon1.00 oz

Equipement

Serving details

  • GlasswareHighball
  • GarnishStirrer
  • IceCrackedIce
  • TemperatureChilled

How to make it

  • Cut lime in half (from pole to pole) and then slice one of the halves into eight 3-4mm thick half-moon shaped segments and drop into the base of a robust rocks glass.
  • Add 3 bar spoons caster sugar and muddle.
  • Add melon and muddle some more.
  • Transfer the muddled fruit and sugar into serving glass (preferably a highball glass).
  • Pour cachaça into the rocks glass used for muddling, swirl to rinse, then pour into serving glass. Stir to mix all ingredients well.
  • Crack four to five large ice cubes and drop into serving glass. Stir before topping with more ice and serve with a stirrer.

Other details

  • CaloriesBetween_150_and_200
  • Alcohol volume31.5%
  • Not suitable forGluten_FreeDairy_FreeNut_Free

Reviews

4.5
(320)