Get Inspired by the Caipirinha

Say goodbye to the over-done margaritas, mojitos and cosmos of past summers and hello to the national cocktail of Brazil.

The national cocktail of Brazil, the Calpirinha, made from Leblon cachaça

We may still be at the mercy of Mother Nature’s erratic spring behaviour, but if there is a cocktail that can channel the bright, bold attitude of summer, it is the Caipirinha. Say goodbye to the over-done margaritas, mojitos and cosmos of past summers and hello to the national cocktail of Brazil.

Spring into Beer

Craig Pinhey shares some brews perfect for warmer weather

Although some beer textbooks might suggest the traditional spring beer is bock, the average drinker might be a bit tentative about slugging back a few pints of this strong premium lager on a pleasant April afternoon.