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Cherry Limeade

Cherry Limeade


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  • Author: Sarah
  • Total Time: 0 hours
  • Yield: Approximately 10 servings 1x

Description

Cherry Limeade is the perfect summertime beverage, combining the tartness of fresh lime juice with the sweetness of maraschino cherries and fizz from lemon-lime soda. This delightful drink is not only refreshing but also visually appealing, making it an ideal companion for barbecues, picnics, or relaxing afternoons.


Ingredients

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  • Crushed ice
  • 12 medium limes (thinly sliced)
  • 1 jar (10 ounces) maraschino cherries (drained, syrup reserved)
  • 1 cup (810 limes) lime juice (chilled)
  • ½ cup (100 g) superfine granulated sugar
  • 1 bottle (2 liters) lemon-lime soda (chilled)

Instructions

  1. Fill a pitcher halfway with crushed ice and top with lime slices.
  2. Add drained maraschino cherries to the pitcher, reserving their syrup.
  3. In a medium bowl, mix chilled lime juice with superfine sugar until dissolved.
  4. Pour the lime mixture into the pitcher, adding back the reserved cherry syrup.
  5. Finally, gently stir in chilled lemon-lime soda before serving over ice.
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: None
  • Category: Drink
  • Method: Mixing
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 glass (240ml)
  • Calories: 120
  • Sugar: 28g
  • Sodium: 10mg
  • Fat: 0g
  • Saturated Fat: 0g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 0g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 0g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg