Caipirinha

Directions

1. 1
   Trim the ends off the lime and halve it lengthwise.
2. 2
   Cut each half into 8 slices.
3. 3
   In a cocktail shaker, using a wooden spoon or a pestle, muddle the lime with the 1/4 cup of sugar until juicy and the sugar dissolves.
4. 4
   Add the cachaca and the crushed ice and shake for 10 seconds; taste and add more sugar if desired.
5. 5
   Pour into an old-fashioned glass or tumbler and serve.