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cherry limeade

Refreshing Cherry Limeade: A Sweet Summer Sip You’ll Love

This cherry limeade is a delightful blend of sweet and tangy flavors, perfect for summer refreshment.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 cups
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 80
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cherry Base
  • 2 cups Fresh or Frozen Pitted Cherries If using frozen, thaw first.
For the Limeade
  • 2 cups Filtered Water Use sparkling water for a fizzy twist if preferred.
  • 0.5 cups Cane Sugar Consider honey or white sugar as alternatives.
  • 8-10 limes Lime Juice Freshly squeezed for best flavor.
For Serving
  • as needed cups Ice Cubes Crushed ice recommended for traditional experience.
  • as needed Fresh Lime Slices for Garnish Enhances presentation and aroma.

Equipment

  • Blender
  • fine-mesh strainer
  • Large bowl or pitcher

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Begin by pitting your fresh cherries. If using frozen cherries, allow them to thaw at room temperature.
  2. In a sturdy blender, combine the pitted cherries with 2 cups of filtered water and the cane sugar. Blend until smooth.
  3. Pour the blended cherry mixture through a fine mesh strainer into a bowl or pitcher to collect the juice.
  4. Add the remaining cup of filtered water and freshly squeezed lime juice from about 8 to 10 limes to the strained mixture.
  5. Fill glasses with ice cubes, pour the cherry limeade over, and garnish with fresh lime slices.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 80kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 1gSodium: 5mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

For a fizzy twist, replace part of the water with sparkling water. Always use fresh lime juice for best flavor and strain thoroughly to avoid pulp.

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