Brazil's national cocktail, built on cachaça — a sugarcane spirit. Simple, punchy, and refreshing with muddled lime and sugar.

• Cachaça6 cl
• Fresh lime1 whole lime
• White sugar2 tsp

1. 1Cut the lime into small wedges and place in a rocks glass.
2. 2Add sugar and muddle together to release the juice and oils.
3. 3Fill the glass with crushed ice.
4. 4Pour in the cachaça and stir vigorously.
5. 5Taste and adjust sweetness if needed.