Description
This refreshing Cherry Limeade recipe blends the tartness of fresh lime juice with the sweetness of maraschino cherries and lemon-lime soda. Perfect for hot summer days or any gathering, it offers a bright and bubbly drink that is easy to make and sure to please a crowd.
Ingredients
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Drink Ingredients
- Crushed ice
- 1-2 medium limes, thinly sliced
- 1 jar (10 ounces) maraschino cherries, drained (reserve syrup)
- 1 cup (8-10 limes) lime juice, chilled
- ½ cup (100 g) superfine granulated sugar
- 1 bottle (2 liters) lemon-lime soda, chilled
Instructions
- Prepare the pitcher: Fill a large pitcher halfway with crushed ice and add the thinly sliced lime slices on top to infuse flavor and create a fresh citrus base.
- Add cherries: Drain the maraschino cherries from their jar, reserving the sweet syrup. Add the cherries to the pitcher for a burst of color and sweetness.
- Mix lime sugar syrup: In a medium-sized bowl, combine the chilled lime juice with the superfine granulated sugar. Stir well until the sugar completely dissolves to create a smooth lime syrup.
- Combine ingredients: Pour the lime syrup mixture into the pitcher over the ice, limes, and cherries. Then add the reserved cherry syrup to enhance the cherry flavor and sweetness further.
- Add soda and serve: Gently stir in the chilled lemon-lime soda to add carbonation and a refreshing fizzy finish. Serve immediately over additional ice if desired.
Notes
- Use superfine sugar to ensure it dissolves quickly without graininess.
- Adjust sugar quantity based on desired sweetness or the tartness of your limes.
- For a stronger lime flavor, add extra lime slices or lime zest.
- Keep all ingredients chilled before mixing for the best refreshing taste.
- Optionally garnish with extra lime wedges or maraschino cherries for presentation.
