{"id":6762,"date":"2016-01-30T00:29:02","date_gmt":"2016-01-30T00:29:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blogs.transparent.com\/portuguese\/?p=6762"},"modified":"2016-01-30T00:29:02","modified_gmt":"2016-01-30T00:29:02","slug":"brazilian-drinks-part-ii","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blogs.transparent.com\/portuguese\/brazilian-drinks-part-ii\/","title":{"rendered":"Brazilian Drinks – Part II"},"content":{"rendered":"

While northern countries may be currently experiencing the chilly winter weather, Brazilian summer is in full steam. As we all know, it\u2019s important to keep cool and hydrated when it\u2019s hot, and there is a great variety of typical Brazilian beverages to help you with that. Last month I wrote about our most famous alcoholic drinks, so today we\u2019ll focus on non-alcoholic options to freshen up your day.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Caju\u00edna<\/strong><\/p>\n

Very traditional in the northeastern region of Brazil, Caju\u00edna is a type of artisanally-produced clarified suco (juice) made from cashew, with no a\u00e7\u00facar (sugar) or chemicals added. The bebida (drink) has a sweet taste and golden color and is considered a symbol of our culture, having been adopted as part of our historic heritage. Even Brazilian singer Caetano Veloso famously wrote a m\u00fasica (song) named after it.<\/span><\/p>\n

\"Caju\u00edna\"<\/a>

Caju\u00edna<\/p><\/div>\n

Guaran\u00e1<\/strong><\/p>\n

The Guaran\u00e1 is an eye-shaped fruit from the Amazon. Though the juice feito (made) from its seeds is widely appreciated, guaran\u00e1 is most commonly consumed as a carbonated refrigerante (soft drink), which is one of the best-selling sodas in the country. Since it is more rich in caffeine that caf\u00e9 (coffee) itself, the drink is considered to be a natural stimulant and an energy booster.<\/span><\/p>\n

\"Guaran\u00e1<\/a>

Guaran\u00e1 soda<\/p><\/div>\n

\u00c1gua de Coco – Coconut water<\/strong><\/p>\n

Ever-present at the praias (beaches), coconut water straight out of coconuts \u00e9 vendida (is sold) all-across the country by street vendors as a major escolha saud\u00e1vel (healthy) choice for a thirst-quencher. It consists of the clear, sweet tasting liquid encontrado (found) in green coconuts. The nutritious beverage contains natural sugars and some important minerals and vitamins, like potassium, besides being relatively baixo (low) in calories. <\/span><\/p>\n

\"\u00c1gua<\/a>

\u00c1gua de coco<\/p><\/div>\n

Suco de a\u00e7a\u00ed – A\u00e7a\u00ed juice<\/strong><\/p>\n

The pequena (small) purplish berry known as a\u00e7a\u00ed is popular for its culinary uses in the North, though it gained popularity and is very frequently consumed as a frozen paste or a drink. Appreciated for its high energy value, the berry also offers numerous health benefits, containing many vitamins and antioxidants that can boost your immune system. Apesar (Despite) these claims, it is important to note that a\u00e7a\u00ed juice is packed with calories and has a high fat content (good fat, though).<\/span><\/p>\n

\"Suco<\/a>

Suco de a\u00e7a\u00ed<\/p><\/div>\n

Caldo de cana – Sugarcane juice<\/strong><\/p>\n

One gole (sip) of this drink is suficiente (enough) to give you an instant sugar high. Caldo de cana -or garapa- \u00a0is a liquid extracted from the sugar cane, composed basically of \u00e1gua (water) and sucrose, which explains its distinctively doce (sweet) signature flavor. Though sugary in taste, the drink is hugely nutritious and a great source of vitamins and antioxidant. A cold, fresh glass of this beverage in a hot summer day is great for hydrating your body.<\/span><\/p>\n

\"Caldo<\/a>

Caldo de cana<\/p><\/div>\n

Vitamina de Abacate – Avocado Smoothie<\/strong><\/p>\n

Though in some countries avocado might be strongly associated with salty foods, the proper maneira (way) to consume avocados here is as a sweet ingredient. The popular avocado smoothie is a favorite among Brazilians and a regular part of our diets. It essentially consists of a shake that blends leite (milk), slices of avocado and sugar. Al\u00e9m do mais (Besides), avocados have plenty of <\/span>anti-inflammatory and anti-cancer benefits, making for a satisfying and healthy caf\u00e9-da-manh\u00e3 (breakfast).<\/span><\/p>\n

\"Vitamina<\/a>

Vitamina de abacate<\/p><\/div>\n

Ficaram com sede? (Did you get thirsty?) <\/span><\/p>\n

Stay fresh!<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"\"\"

While northern countries may be currently experiencing the chilly winter weather, Brazilian summer is in full steam. As we all know, it\u2019s important to keep cool and hydrated when it\u2019s hot, and there is a great variety of typical Brazilian beverages to help you with that. Last month I wrote about our most famous alcoholic…<\/p>\n

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