Description
Cherry Limeade is a vibrant, refreshing drink that’s perfect for cooling off during hot summer days. This delightful non-alcoholic beverage combines zesty lime juice with the sweetness of maraschino cherries and bubbly lemon-lime soda, making it an ideal choice for summer parties, family picnics, or simply enjoying at home. With its eye-catching color and irresistible flavor, Cherry Limeade is sure to impress guests of all ages. Plus, it’s quick to prepare and easily customizable to suit your taste preferences!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1–2 medium limes (thinly sliced)
- 1 jar (10 ounces) maraschino cherries (drained, syrup reserved)
- 1 cup (8–10 limes) lime juice (chilled)
- ½ cup (100 g) granulated sugar (superfine)
- 1 bottle (2 liters) lemon-lime soda (chilled)
- Crushed ice
Instructions
- Fill a pitcher halfway with crushed ice and top with sliced limes.
- Add drained maraschino cherries on top of the ice and lime slices; reserve the cherry syrup.
- In a medium bowl, mix chilled lime juice and superfine sugar until dissolved.
- Pour the lime juice mixture into the pitcher over the ice and fruits, then add reserved cherry syrup.
- Finally, gently stir in the chilled lemon-lime soda to combine without losing fizz. Serve immediately in glasses filled with ice.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: N/A
- Category: Drink
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 105
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 15mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg