COCKTAIL RECIPE
Batida
Batida is one of Brazil's fresh and smooth cocktails made with tropical fruits. Made with cachaça and fruit juice, this drink is especially popular in hot weather due to its tropical flavor and easy drinking.
Batida is a cocktail directly linked to Brazil's hot climate and tropical fruit culture. In Portuguese, the word "batida" means "shaken" or "stirred". This name directly describes the way the cocktail is prepared. Prepared by shaking the cachaça and fruit mixture together.
In Brazil, Batida is actually a family of cocktails, not a single recipe. The base is cachaça, sugar and fruit. However, the fruit used can vary from region to region. Tropical fruits such as coconut, mango, passion fruit, guava and pineapple are often used in Batida recipes.
“The things that seem soft are sometimes the things that do the most good.”
The origin of this cocktail dates back to the mid-20th century. It has become very popular in Brazil's coastal cities, especially around Rio de Janeiro. Batidas, prepared in local bars and on beaches, have become one of the favorite drinks on hot days thanks to their refreshing and easy drinking.