What is Cachaca?:
Cachaça is made exclusively in Brazil and is very popular in that country where it is commonly referred to as "pinga" and was often thought a poor man's drink. Over recent years it has gained recognition internationally and the Caipirinha is the most popular drink made with this spirit and is Brazil's national drink. To celebrate cachaça June 12th has been designated as International Cachaça Day.
Cachaca Cocktails:
- Aman Snow Leopard
- Bahama Breeze Caipirinha
- Brazilian Rose
- Brazilian Sangria
- Café Brasileiro
- Caipirinha
- Caipirini
- Ginger Mary
- Homecoming Caipirinha
- Kumquat-Ginger Caipirinha
- Maça Martini
- Paulista
- Raspberry Beillini
- Raspberry Caipirinha
- Rhyme & Reason
- Spiced Pear Caipirini
- Tymello Caipirinha
I also like to use cachaça in place of rum in many of the popular rum cocktails.
Brands of Cachaca:
- Agua Luca
- Aroma Brasil
- Boca Loca (on their website you will find a fantastic and detailed history of cachaca - DrinkBocaLoca.com)
- Cabana Cachaca
- Leblon
- Pirapora
- Pirassunga 1921
- Rio-D
- Sagatiba Pura
- Ypioca


