Seeds Free Classic Limeade
Bright, tangy, and endlessly refreshing, this homemade limeade is the kind of drink that makes a hot afternoon feel instantly more manageable. It comes together with just a handful of clean, simple ingredients ā fresh limes, sugar, and water ā so there's nothing hidden to worry about. The simple syrup is made right on the stovetop in just a few minutes, giving the drink a smooth sweetness that blends perfectly with the citrus rather than sitting on top of it. Straining the lime juice through a fine-mesh strainer keeps the texture silky and clean, which makes every sip feel polished and intentional. You can dial the tartness up or down with a splash more water, making it easy to customize for everyone at the table. Poured over ice with a few lime slices, it looks as good as it tastes ā no fancy equipment or specialty ingredients required.
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4 servings
For the simple syrup
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup water
For the limeade
- 1 cup fresh lime juice (from about 8ā10 limes)
- 3 cups cold water
For serving
- ice, for serving
- lime slices, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Combine the sugar and 1 cup water in a small saucepan over medium heat, stirring until the sugar is fully dissolved, about 3ā4 minutes. Remove from the heat and let the syrup cool for 15 minutes until it reaches room temperature.
- 2
Juice the limes through a fine-mesh strainer into a pitcher, discarding any seeds and pulp, until you have 1 cup of fresh lime juice.
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