Brazilian Quentao

This ginger-lime cider is a traditional Brazilian drink. Wonderfully warm and surprisingly sweet and spicy, Quentao is a fabulous holiday alternative to mulled wine or spiked cider.

• Preparation Time: 5 mins
• Cooking Time: 25 mins
• Total Time: 30 mins
• Calories: 307 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 cup white sugar
• 3 cups water
• 2 limes, sliced
• ¾ cup cubed fresh ginger root
• 4 cinnamon sticks, broken in half
• 1 (750 milliliter) bottle cachaca

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Pour sugar into a 3-quart saucepan and place over medium-high heat. Cook while stirring gently until the sugar melts and turns golden brown, about 10 minutes.

Step 2

Carefully and slowly pour in the water, stirring to dissolve the caramel. Add the ginger, lime, and cinnamon; bring to a boil, then reduce heat to medium, and simmer for 10 to 15 minutes. Pour in the cachaca, and cook until hot, about 5 minutes more. Strain before serving.