Uncommon Booze: 7 Spirits You've Probably Never Heard Of |
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David Clough on Jun 7, 2013 in
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Cachaça
Very popular in Brazil, this spirit is currently seeing a rise in Stateside popularity. Cachaça is similar to rum, but recognized as a distinctly separate alcohol. While rum is typically made from molasses, cachaça is distilled straight from fresh sugarcane juice that is fermented. Cachaça is rarely sipped straight; instead, it’s most often consumed in the caipirinha, the national drink of Brazil. The caipirinha involves a combination of limes, sugar and ice and of course cachaça. The result is a tart and slightly sweet cocktail that finishes with a fiery kick.
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