Cherry Bomb Caipirinha with Jalapeño Kick

Cherry Bomb Caipirinha with Jalapeño Kick

Sweet cherries and fiery jalapeño muddle into a tangy, cachaça-spiked twist on Brazil's classic cocktail.

Total 5 min Makes 1 serving Calories 210/serving

Dietary

Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Wheat free, Dairy free, Nut free, Kosher

This cocktail layers muddled fresh cherries and lime against a bright, herbaceous cachaça base, with jalapeño slices bringing a slow burn to the finish. Muddling releases the fruit's juice and the pepper's heat without overwhelming bitterness, making it a lively option for warm-weather gatherings or a bold happy hour pour.

Ingredients

  • 1/2 lime, cut into wedges
  • 4 fresh cherries, pitted
  • 2 slices jalapeño, seeds optional
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 2 ounces cachaça
  • 1 cup ice cubes
  • 1 cherry, for garnish
  • 1 slice jalapeño, for garnish

Method

  1. Place the lime wedges, pitted cherries, jalapeño slices, and sugar in a sturdy rocks glass.

  2. Muddle vigorously for about 30 seconds until the lime releases its juice, the cherries break down, and the sugar dissolves into the juices.

  3. Pour in the cachaça and stir well to combine with the muddled fruit and sugar.

  4. Fill the glass with ice cubes and stir again for about 15 seconds to chill the drink.

  5. Garnish with a fresh cherry and a jalapeño slice on a cocktail pick, then serve immediately.

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Cherry Bomb Caipirinha with Jalapeño Kick

This cocktail layers muddled fresh cherries and lime against a bright, herbaceous cachaça base, with jalapeño slices bringing a slow burn to the finish. Muddling releases the fruit's juice and the pepper's heat without overwhelming bitterness, making it a lively option for warm-weather gatherings or a bold happy hour pour.

5 min 1 serving 210 cal

Ingredients

  • 1/2 lime, cut into wedges
  • 4 fresh cherries, pitted
  • 2 slices jalapeño, seeds optional
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 2 ounces cachaça
  • 1 cup ice cubes
  • 1 cherry, for garnish
  • 1 slice jalapeño, for garnish

Method

  1. 1

    Place the lime wedges, pitted cherries, jalapeño slices, and sugar in a sturdy rocks glass.

  2. 2

    Muddle vigorously for about 30 seconds until the lime releases its juice, the cherries break down, and the sugar dissolves into the juices.

  3. 3

    Pour in the cachaça and stir well to combine with the muddled fruit and sugar.

  4. 4

    Fill the glass with ice cubes and stir again for about 15 seconds to chill the drink.

  5. 5

    Garnish with a fresh cherry and a jalapeño slice on a cocktail pick, then serve immediately.