The 2016 Olympic Games start today in Rio de Janeiro and this big event will definitely be celebrated with many a Caipirinha!
Caipirinha (kie-purr-REEN-yah) is the national drink of Brazil and is traditionally made with a sweet Brazilian rum, fine sugar and lime juice. The team at Leopard’s Leap is well known for their innovative wine cocktails and in the spirit of the games, they have designed a wine-based cocktail that will bowl you over…
Not only will the delicious Lookout Chenin Blanc / ChardonnayCaipirinha be served at Leopard’s Leap Family Vineyards this weekend, but we also share an easy recipe for you to try at home!
Leopard’s Leap Caipirinha
Serves 1 (but do make more…)
1 lime, quartered and squashed
15 ml castor sugar
5 ml freshly grated ginger
15 ml white rum
125 ml Leopard’s Leap Chenin Blanc / Chardonnay (available from all major retailers)
4 – 5 fresh mint leaves
125 ml ice
Soda-water for topping up, if desired
15 ml castor sugar
5 ml freshly grated ginger
15 ml white rum
125 ml Leopard’s Leap Chenin Blanc / Chardonnay (available from all major retailers)
4 – 5 fresh mint leaves
125 ml ice
Soda-water for topping up, if desired
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