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Batida de Maça

batida de maca (apple cocktail)Batida de Maça is a popular drink in Salvador, in Brazil's Bahia state during carnival. If you didn't already know, carnival is the huge celebration in Brazil leading up to Ash Wednesday and the beginning of Lent. Carnival is a little different depending on which part of Brazil you are visiting.

Rio is famous for its Samba Parade at the Sambadrommo and its many samba schools. In Salvador, carnival is just as famous with a rich history. You can read about it at the Carnival Brazil site. Regardless of where you celebrate it, be sure to have your share of batida de maças and other types of "batidas" or cocktails.

Recommended Equipment:
shaker

Ingredients:
1/2 cup cachaça
1 cup apple cider
juice of 1 lime
1 tbsp sugar
crushed ice

Preparation:
  1. Add all of the ingredients to the shaker.
  2. Shake until your arm hurts and serve.
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