The Origins of Cachaça and the Tales Behind Our Cocktails
Cachaça Origins
Born in the 16th century, Cachaça’s origins trace back to Portuguese colonists who brought sugarcane cultivation and distillation techniques to Brazil. The early versions were likely simple ferments of leftover sugarcane juice, enjoyed by plantation workers for their potent kick. This unique beverage emerged from the tropical landscapes, where the sun-kissed sugarcane fields whispered secrets of flavour and tradition.
A Slow Start
Initially, cachaça was a local delight, cherished during Brazilian festivities and paired with hearty dishes like feijoada. However, its allure transcended borders. Beyond Brazil, cachaça found its way into tropical drinks, with the caipirinha leading the block as the most known and loved Cachaça-based drink. This iconic cocktail, made with cachaça, lime, sugar, and ice, became a global sensation.
Cachaça Takes on the World
Today, cachaça is experiencing a global explosion. Production has skyrocketed (read more), with exports reaching countries across the globe (read more). From sleek cocktail bars in New York to bustling beach clubs in Ibiza, cachaça is capturing hearts (and palates) with its unique flavour profile.
Our Cachaça Tales
Some distant day in the past, three amigos decided to buy a bar like that was the most common thing to do in an evening. But this turned out to be one of the best decisions ever! It brought us closer than ever, gave us an amazing team to work with, and most importantly, connected us with thousands of incredible customers who’ve become like friends over the years.
Sharing the joy of Brazilian culture at festivals all over Switzerland has been an absolute blast. Hearing how much it means to you to have a little piece of Brazil come alive during the summer months? That’s pure magic. We get it, though – September rolls around, the festival season ends, and that Brazilian sunshine and good vibes suddenly feel a lot further away.
While we’ve been cooking up exclusive off-season parties (coming soon!), we’re thrilled to announce that you can now take the Caramba Bar experience home! We’re offering our very own special Cachaça, bottled sunshine packed with memories of all those incredible festival moments we’ve shared. So raise a glass, keep the good vibes flowing, and let the party continue beyond the festival season!
P.S. Stay tuned for more exciting news – private parties outside the festival season are in the works!