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    Published: Aug 20, 2013 · Modified: May 13, 2019 by Denise Browning · "This post may contain affiliate links which won’t change your price but will share some commission." · 30 Comments

    Watermelon Caipisake Shots (Caipisakê de Melancia)


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    Hot, hot, hot... There is nothing better to cool down these soaring summer temperatures than a refreshing drink, don't you think?! Well, I have the perfect one for you - Watermelon Caipisake Shots or Caipisakê de Melancia.

    Caipisake is a variation of caipirinha -- Brazil's most famous cocktail drink. Our drink is commonly made with strawberries or kiwi and sake, a Japanese alcoholic beverage made from fermented rice which is sometimes called "rice wine". But today our recipe calls for watermelon instead. This popular Texas summer melon is also one of my favorite tropical fruits too! Although I could have chosen to serve our watermelon caipisake in standard-size glasses, I prefer to serve it in shot glasses – this way the size resembles the traditional Japanase sake cups. However, whatever type of drink ware you choose for your event, caipisake makes a great party drink -- just like caipirinha!

    Perhaps you are wondering what Japanese Sake has to do with Brazil? Actually, Brazil is home to the largest Japanese population outside of Japan. Japanese immigrants and their descendants have influenced Brazil's local and even national cuisine (yakisoba and sushi are the most popular Japanese dishes in Brazil)... And caipisake is the refreshing proof of it!!

    Whether or not you drink wine or spirits; or even if you are just looking for a lighter summer (virgin) caipisake, make yours with crushed watermelon and fresh mint leaves, a sugar substitute (granulated), crushed ice, and most importantly flavored sparkling water. You will love it!

    Stay cool...Cheers!!!

    xx

    Watermelon Caipisake Shots -- A refreshing Brazilian-Japanese CAIPIRINHA variation...

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    Watermelon Caipisake Shots (Caipisakê de Melancia)

    A Brazilian-Japanese drink made from mashed watermeon and sake. A must have for summer parties!
    Keywords:caipirinha
    Prep Time 5 minutes
    Total Time 5 minutes
    Servings 8
    Author Denise Browning

    Ingredients

    • 1 cup seedless watermelon peeled and cut into small pieces
    • 2-3 tablespoons sugar brown or crystalized
    • Crushed ice
    • 4 tablespoons sake

    Instructions

    • Place watermelon pieces and sugar into a measuring pitcher or 8-ounce glass. Mash the two ingredients together using a pastle or a wooden spoon. Stir in the sake. Pour caipisake into 8 shot glasses that have been ⅓ filled with crushed ice ahead of time, or leave caipisake into an 8-ouce glass if you are making and serving in it (in this case, stir in ⅓ cup of crushed ice). Cheers! YIELD: 1 (8 oz) glass or 8 mini shots.

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    Watermelon Caipisake (Caipisakê de Melancia) -- A refreshing Brazilian-Japanese CAIPIRINHA variation...

     

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    Comments

    1. Daniela says

      August 20, 2013 at 6:08 pm

      This Japanese Brazilian fusion Cocktail is a glorious idea, Denise.
      Just looking at the gorgeous colors is a feast for the eyes, a really cool drink 🙂

      Reply
      • Denise Browning says

        August 20, 2013 at 7:09 pm

        Thanks, Daniela! I'm so glad that you like it...

        Reply
    2. Ash-foodfashionparty says

      August 20, 2013 at 11:15 pm

      Ooo, sake, sounds like a great drink Denise. Interesting to know that the Japanese population is the most there..Is it too hot there now??

      Reply
      • Denise Browning says

        August 21, 2013 at 8:19 am

        Here in Texas is quite hot, but in Brazil it depends on the region.

        Reply
    3. Raymund says

      August 21, 2013 at 1:06 am

      Wow wow wow! the recipe is great but what captured me is how you composed this shot, love the colours and elements on this photo, makes it even more thirst quenching

      Reply
      • Denise Browning says

        August 21, 2013 at 8:18 am

        Thanks, Raymund! I am glad that these shots made you thirsty.

        Reply
    4. Kiran @ KiranTarun.com says

      August 21, 2013 at 2:43 am

      So refreshing!! I love the colors and styling 🙂

      Reply
      • Denise Browning says

        August 21, 2013 at 8:15 am

        Thanks, Kiran! Coming from you it is a real compliment.

        Reply
    5. cquek says

      August 21, 2013 at 2:47 am

      Beautiful! Can’t wait to try these drink myself!

      Reply
      • Denise Browning says

        August 21, 2013 at 8:14 am

        I hope you try and enjoy it.

        Reply
    6. Paula @ Vintage Kitchen Notes says

      August 21, 2013 at 4:47 pm

      Oh, I haven't had a caipisake in ages! Now I want one... or two!

      Reply
      • Denise Browning says

        August 21, 2013 at 8:53 pm

        Paula: Thanks for stopping by! I hope you have the chance to try this one.

        Reply
    7. Deb says

      August 21, 2013 at 7:34 pm

      What a refreshing way to enjoy sake! Anything with watermelon is sure to be a thirst quencher!

      Reply
      • Denise Browning says

        August 21, 2013 at 8:54 pm

        I do agree with you, Deb! Watermelon is indeed a thirst quencher.

        Reply
    8. The Café Sucre Farine says

      August 21, 2013 at 8:01 pm

      Every time I visit you Denise, I learn a ton of new stuff! I never heard of Caipisake before but it sounds delicious and I love your pretty pictures!!

      Reply
      • Denise Browning says

        August 21, 2013 at 8:55 pm

        Thanks, Chris! I am so happy to hear that! You made my day...

        Reply
    9. Liz says

      August 21, 2013 at 8:38 pm

      What beauties! And how interesting that they use sake! I was hoping to have another recipe to use up the huge bottle of Cachaca I bought 😉 But these will do!

      Reply
      • Denise Browning says

        August 21, 2013 at 8:56 pm

        Sure, Liz! I think you could use the cachaca to make a watermelon caipirinha.

        Reply
    10. Kumar's Kitchen says

      August 21, 2013 at 9:59 pm

      zingy sip 🙂

      Reply
      • Denise Browning says

        August 21, 2013 at 10:45 pm

        🙂 For all who need a pick me up!!!

        Reply
    11. Abbe@This is How I Cook says

      August 21, 2013 at 11:15 pm

      I keep a bottle of sake in the fridge to cook with. However now I might be forced into actually drinking it. Wow, these look great!

      Reply
      • Denise Browning says

        August 22, 2013 at 7:51 am

        Abbe: Use your sake to make this drink. It can be made with watermelon, strawberries, or kiwi.

        Reply
    12. Nami | Just One Cookbook says

      August 22, 2013 at 1:54 am

      Ohhh sake!!! I didn't know abou tthis drink and how fun! And what a surprise that yakisoba is a popular dish as sushi in Brazil. I think not so many Americans know what "yakisoba" is. That was a fun fact to learn. 🙂 Love your photos, Denise. SO pretty!

      Reply
      • Denise Browning says

        August 22, 2013 at 7:53 am

        Nami: This is a variation of caipirinha, a result of the Japanese influence in Brazil's national cuisine.

        Reply
    13. Sugar et al says

      August 22, 2013 at 6:31 am

      So innovative Denise! Lovely colours and gorgeous pictures. I know I will love this drink. Pinning it:-)

      Reply
      • Denise Browning says

        August 22, 2013 at 7:54 am

        Thanks so much for both your kind words and for sharing it!!!!

        Reply
    14. Julia | JuliasAlbum.com says

      August 22, 2013 at 12:38 pm

      Love the idea of using watermelon in a cocktail. What a perfect summer drink!

      Reply
    15. Nik@ABrownTable says

      August 22, 2013 at 2:59 pm

      Denise, this looks pretty darn good for this time of the year! Watermelon to chill down on the hot summery days.

      Reply
    16. A Taste of Brazil says

      August 26, 2013 at 6:31 pm

      Oh this looks really refreshing. I haven't yet made caipirinha with sake, but after reading this I will have to. I am going to save this drink for a hot summer day!

      Reply
      • Denise Browning says

        August 26, 2013 at 7:27 pm

        I am so glad that you have enjoyed it. I hope you try on summer time.

        Reply

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