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Classic Homemade Limeade

Classic Homemade Limeade: Your Refreshing Summer Sipper

Classic Homemade Limeade is a refreshing drink perfect for summer gatherings, made with just a handful of ingredients.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 cups
Course: Drinks
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Syrup
  • 1 cup Freshly Squeezed Lime Juice Opt for fresh over bottled for the best taste.
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar Sweetens and balances acidity; adjust for taste.
  • 1 cup Cold Water Dilutes the syrup mixture; sparkling water can be used.
  • 1 pinch Salt Enhances lime flavor without adding too much saltiness.
For Serving

Equipment

  • Small saucepan
  • large pitcher
  • whisk or spoon

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Combine 1 cup of water, 1 cup of granulated sugar, and a pinch of salt in a small saucepan. Heat and stir until the sugar dissolves, about 3-5 minutes. Remove from heat and cool.
  2. In a large pitcher, mix the cooled syrup with freshly squeezed lime juice using a whisk or spoon.
  3. Add 3 cups of cold water to the pitcher, stir well, and adjust sweetness or tartness if needed.
  4. Serve the limeade over ice-filled glasses. Refrigerate the pitcher for about 30 minutes before serving for enhanced flavor.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 31gSodium: 5mgPotassium: 20mgSugar: 30gVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 1mg

Notes

For best flavor, use freshly squeezed lime juice and consider chilling the syrup before mixing.

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