Brazilian Limeade Recipe
The Brazilian Limeade Recipe is a sweet and tangy drink that feels like summer. This refreshing drink is creamy, bright and easy to make.
Ingredients
- Limes 4 medium, washed
- Water 4 cups
- Sweetened condensed milk ½ cup
- Sugar 2 tablespoons (optional)
- Ice cubes 2 cups
- Mint leaves for garnish (optional)
Instructions
Cut the limes
- Cut each lime into quarters. Remove any seeds if you see them. This helps avoid bitterness.
Blend limes with water
- Add limes and water to the blender. Blend for 10 seconds to release the juice and oils.
Strain the mixture
- Pour the blended mix through a fine strainer into a pitcher. This removes pulp and bits.
Add condensed milk
- Add sweetened condensed milk to the pitcher. Stir well until the drink looks smooth.
Add sugar if needed
- Taste the limeade. Add sugar if you want it sweeter. Stir until sugar dissolves.
Add ice
- Add ice cubes to the pitcher. This makes the drink cold and refreshing.
Stir before serving
- Stir the limeade well before pouring. This keeps the flavor even in every glass.
Serve with garnish
- Pour into glasses and garnish with mint. Serve immediately for best taste.
Notes
- Use fresh, firm limes for best flavor.
- Blend limes very briefly to avoid bitterness.
- Strain well for a smooth texture.
- Adjust sweetness to your taste.
- Serve immediately for best freshness.