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Limeade

Limeade
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Limeade is a refreshingly vibrant drink bursting with citrusy goodness, offering a perfect balance of sweet and tart flavors to awaken your taste buds. Easy to make with fresh ingredients, this versatile beverage hydrates and energizes, making it ideal for any occasion—from sunny afternoons to festive gatherings. Customize it with sparkling water, herbs, or fruit for endless delightful variations.

Ingredients

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Base Ingredients

  • 1 cup fresh lime juice (about 6–8 limes)
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar or honey (adjust to taste)
  • 4 cups cold water or sparkling water
  • Ice cubes, as needed

Optional Ingredients

  • Fresh mint or basil leaves, finely chopped (for herbal twist)
  • Freshly grated ginger or ginger syrup (for ginger limeade)
  • Pureed strawberries, raspberries, or pineapple (for fruit-infused limeade)

Instructions

  1. Juice the Limes: Roll fresh limes on the countertop to release their juices, then cut them in half and squeeze out enough juice to make about 1 cup. Using a citrus juicer helps capture every drop of zesty lime flavor.
  2. Prepare the Sweetener: Combine granulated sugar or your preferred sweetener with a bit of warm water in a pitcher to dissolve it completely, creating a simple syrup base that blends smoothly with the lime juice.
  3. Mix It All Together: Add the lime juice and cold water (still or sparkling) to the sweetened syrup, stirring well to combine. Adjust the water amount depending on how strong or mild you like your limeade.
  4. Chill and Serve: Fill glasses with ice cubes and pour the limeade over the ice. Garnish with a slice of lime or a sprig of mint if desired, then enjoy the refreshing zing!

Notes

  • Use ripe limes that are heavy for their size to ensure juiciness and vibrant flavor.
  • Make simple syrup ahead of time to speed up mixing and avoid a gritty texture.
  • Start with less sugar and adjust gradually to balance sweetness with tartness.
  • Refrigerate limeade for at least 30 minutes before serving for maximum refreshment.
  • For a bubbly twist, mix half sparkling and half still water according to preference.

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