Description
Brazilian Limeade is a refreshing and creamy citrus drink made with fresh limes, cold water, and sweetened condensed milk. This quick and easy beverage offers a perfect balance of tartness and sweetness, ideal for a hot day or as a delightful refreshment anytime.
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 6 fresh limes
- 3 cups cold water
- 1 cup sweetened condensed milk
- 2 cups ice
Instructions
- Prepare the limes: Wash the limes thoroughly to remove any dirt or pesticides. Chop each lime into about 8 pieces, including the peel, to get the distinctive flavor and slight bitterness.
- Blend the ingredients: In a blender, combine the chopped lime pieces, cold water, and sweetened condensed milk. Blend on high speed for a few minutes until the mixture is as smooth as possible.
- Strain the mixture: Pour the blended contents through a fine mesh strainer or sieve into a pitcher to remove pulp and seeds, ensuring a smooth and enjoyable drink.
- Serve: Pour the strained limeade over cups filled with ice. Stir lightly and serve immediately for the best refreshing taste.
Notes
- Use fresh, organic limes if possible for the best flavor and safety.
- Adjust the amount of sweetened condensed milk to your preferred sweetness.
- Straining is important to avoid a bitter taste and gritty texture from the lime peel and seeds.
- For an extra twist, add a few fresh mint leaves before blending.
- This drink is best consumed immediately as it can become bitter if left too long.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Brazilian
