Cherry Limeade Recipe
This refreshing Cherry Limeade recipe combines the natural sweetness of cherries with the tangy zest of fresh lime juice. Perfect for a cool, invigorating drink on warm days, it uses simple ingredients blended and strained to create a smooth, flavorful beverage that’s easy to make at home.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Fruit and Juice
- 1 ½ cup fresh or frozen pitted cherries (10 ounces)
- 1 cup lime juice (8 – 10 limes, freshly squeezed)
- Fresh lime slices for garnish
Other Ingredients
- 3 cups filtered water (divided)
- ¾ cup cane sugar
- Ice
Instructions
- Prepare Cherries: If using fresh cherries, carefully pit them to remove the stones. If using frozen cherries, allow them to thaw at room temperature for at least 30 minutes to ensure easier blending and better texture.
- Blend Ingredients: In a blender, combine the pitted cherries, 2 cups of filtered water, and ¾ cup cane sugar. Blend on high speed until the mixture is completely smooth and the sugar has dissolved.
- Strain Mixture: Using a fine mesh strainer, strain the blended cherry mixture into a large bowl or pitcher to remove any pulp or solids. Discard the pulp or save for another use.
- Add Lime and Water: To the strained cherry concentrate, add the remaining 1 cup of filtered water along with the freshly squeezed lime juice. Stir thoroughly to combine all flavors evenly.
- Serve: Fill glasses with ice and pour the cherry limeade over the ice. Garnish each glass with fresh lime slices to enhance the visual appeal and add a hint of extra citrus aroma. Serve immediately and enjoy the refreshing drink.
Notes
- For a less sweet version, reduce the cane sugar to ½ cup or adjust according to your taste preference.
- To make it fizzy, add sparkling water instead of still water when combining with the cherry concentrate and lime juice.
- Chill the drink in the refrigerator for 30 minutes before serving for an even cooler refreshment.
- Leftover cherry pulp can be used in smoothies, desserts, or as a topping for yogurt.
- This recipe can be easily doubled or tripled for larger gatherings.
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