Ingredients
- Egyptian Mint Lemonade: 6 medium limes (sliced), 3 cups whole milk (optional), 1 cup cold water, 1 cup granulated sugar, 6 fresh mint leaves, Ice cubes
- Brazilian Lemonade: 4 juicy limes (washed and scrubbed), 6 cups water, 1 cup granulated sugar, 6 tbsp sweetened condensed milk, Ice cubes, Lime slices
- Colombian Coconut Limeade: 1/2 cup fresh lime juice (4–5 limes), 1 can coconut milk, 1/4 cup sweetened condensed milk or sugar, 2 cups ice, 1/2 cup cold water (optional), Lime slices and shredded coconut (optional garnish)
- Pineapple Cream Limeade: 1 cup fresh lime juice (5–6 limes), 1/2 cup sugar or 1/3 cup condensed milk, 1 cup pineapple juice, 2 cups cold water or soda water, 1/2 cup evaporated milk, whole milk, or cream, Ice cubes
Instructions
- Egyptian Mint Lemonade: Blend sliced limes, milk (if using), water, sugar, and mint in a blender until just smooth. Strain to remove pulp and serve over ice.
- Brazilian Lemonade: Cut limes into eighths. Blend half the limes with half the sugar and water; pulse 5–7 times and strain. Repeat with remaining ingredients. Stir in condensed milk and serve over ice with lime slices.
- Colombian Coconut Limeade: Blend lime juice, coconut milk, sweetened condensed milk (or sugar), and ice until frothy. Add cold water if needed. Garnish with lime and shredded coconut.
- Pineapple Cream Limeade: Mix lime juice, sugar or condensed milk, and pineapple juice in a pitcher. Stir in water or soda water and milk/cream. Adjust sweetness and serve over ice.
Notes
- Use oat or almond milk for dairy-free Egyptian version.
- Replace half the coconut milk with coconut water for a lighter Colombian Limeade.
- Use soda water for a bubbly Pineapple Cream Limeade.
- For vegan versions, substitute with coconut condensed milk and plant-based milks.
- Pulse citrus gently when blending to avoid bitterness.
- Prep Time: 10–15 minutes per variation
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Drinks
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Global
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 glass
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 30mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 5mg