The Marpessa is a very interesting cachaca cocktail and one that I suggest you give a try. The fascinating part of this recipe is that it includes aloe vera, which you can find at many natural foods stores or you can make your own (recipe here). Mixed with pear, lemon and lime, the aloe creates a very earthy, sweet and flavorful cocktail that works very well with the cachaca background.
Ingredients:
- 1 oz Cabana Cachaça
- 3/4 oz Orchard Pear Liqueur
- 1/4 oz fresh lemon juice
- 1/4 oz fresh lime juice
- 1/4 oz simple syrup
- 1 oz aloe vera
- lime wheel for garnish
Preparation:
- Combine ingredients in a cocktail shaker with ice.
- Shake well.
- Strain into a chilled, tall cocktail glass.
- Garnish with a thinly slice lime wheel.
