Plum Caipirinha

1. 1

   Halve and pit plums.

2. 2

   Whisk the sugars and water together in a small saucepan.

3. 3

   Add the plums and simmer over medium heat, until tender but not mushy, about 10 minutes.

4. 4

   Cool plums in the liquid.

5. 5

   Slice half a plum for garnish and set aside.

6. 6

   Put the diced limes and remaining plums in a large open pitcher.

7. 7

   Crush thoroughly with a muddler or a potato masher (it works great).

8. 8

   Add cachaca and the plum cooking liquid and fill with ice cubes.

9. 9

   Pour into chilled rocks glasses, allowing some ice and fruit to fall into the glasses as well.

10. 10

    Garnish each drink with a slice of poached plum.

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