Description
Cherry Limeade is the ultimate thirst-quencher that combines the tartness of fresh limes with the sweetness of maraschino cherries, creating a vibrant and refreshing non-alcoholic beverage perfect for any occasion. Whether you’re hosting a summer barbecue, celebrating a special event, or simply relaxing on a sunny afternoon, this delightful drink will impress your guests and keep everyone cool. With its eye-catching colors and invigorating taste, Cherry Limeade is sure to become a staple in your home.
Ingredients
Scale
- Crushed ice
- 1–2 medium limes (thinly sliced)
- 1 jar (10 ounces) maraschino cherries (drained, syrup reserved)
- 1 cup (8–10 limes) lime juice (chilled)
- ½ cup (100 g) granulated sugar (superfine)
- 1 bottle (2 liters) lemon-lime soda (chilled)
Instructions
- Fill a pitcher halfway with crushed ice and add thinly sliced lime pieces.
- Top the ice and limes with drained maraschino cherries, reserving the syrup.
- In a medium bowl, combine chilled lime juice with superfine sugar and stir until dissolved.
- Pour the lime mixture over ice and fruit in the pitcher; add reserved cherry syrup.
- Gently mix in chilled lemon-lime soda and serve immediately over additional crushed ice if desired.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240 ml)
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 20mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg