Brazil's National Cocktail: The Caipirinha

Brazil's most famous drink is the Caipirinha—simple, refreshing, and iconic:

• Cachaça (sugarcane spirit)
• Lime (muddled with sugar)
• Sugar
• Ice

Muddle lime wedges with sugar, add cachaça and ice, stir. Variations use fruit (strawberry, passion fruit). It's the centerpiece of social gatherings, beach days, and celebrations—embodying Brazil's vibrant, laid-back spirit.