Yeast Free Classic Limeade
Bright, tangy, and endlessly refreshing, this from-scratch limeade is the kind of drink that makes you feel like summer arrived early. It comes together with just a handful of real ingredients ā fresh lime juice, sugar, and water ā so there's nothing hidden or processed to second-guess. For anyone navigating a yeast-free lifestyle, beverages can be a surprisingly tricky category, since fermented or commercially produced drinks sometimes sneak in unexpected additives. This one sidesteps all of that by keeping things completely homemade and straightforward. The simple syrup dissolves quickly on the stovetop, the limes get freshly squeezed right into the pitcher, and the whole thing is ready to pour over ice in minutes. It's tart, lightly sweet, and totally customizable ā add a splash more water if you want it a little gentler on the citrus. Serve it up with a few lime slices and it looks as good as it tastes.
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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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