Rum Cachaca Pitu. Pitú is the national drink of Brazilians and the key component to the most successful caipirinha (or Piturinia). The Pitú name comes from the name of the large shrimp living in the rivers of northeastern Brazil. Today the form of shrimp is the emblem that dominates the bottle of cachaca Pitú. Family retort families Morais Carneiro and produce Pitú for over 100 years from the heart of the cane just for this unique fragrance combines with a touch of brilliance. Pitú makes the most excellent caipirinhas (aka Piturinia), the most famous Brazilian cocktail across the world that combines the freshness of the lime with the sweetness of raw sugar.