Caramelized Pineapple and Coconut Caipirinha

Allergens

None

Ingredients

• 3 slices fresh pineapple, caramelized
• 2 oz cachaça
• 1 oz fresh lime juice
• 1/4 cup coconut milk
• 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
• Crushed ice

Instructions

1. Begin by preparing the caramelized pineapple. In a non stick pan, heat sugar and a splash of water until it forms a golden syrup. Add the pineapple slices and cook until caramelized and tender. Set aside to cool.
2. In a cocktail shaker, combine cachaça, lime juice, and coconut milk. Shake vigorously with ice.
3. Fill two glasses with crushed ice and pour the cachaça mixture over the ice.
4. Top each glass with a caramelized pineapple slice and serve immediately.

Chef’s Insight

This caipirinha is best enjoyed with friends while listening to samba music under the warm Brazilian sun.

Notes

This recipe is gluten-free and can be made dairy-free by using coconut milk as an alternative.