Description
Brazilian lemonade weaves a refreshing symphony of citrus and sweetness, blending whole limes with condensed milk for a creamy, zesty escape. Cool sips transport you to tropical Brazilian streets, where this beloved drink dances between tangy and smooth flavors.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 4 limes, washed and scrubbed clean
- 6 cups (1.4 liters) water
- 1 cup (200 grams) granulated sugar
Dairy Ingredient:
- 6 tablespoons (90 milliliters) sweetened condensed milk
Instructions
- Thoroughly cleanse limes under running water, using a gentle scrub to eliminate any residual pesticides or waxy coating. Trim off the stem ends and quarter each lime into wedges.
- Divide ingredients equally between two blending sessions. For the first batch, combine half the water, sugar, and lime wedges in a blender. Pulse the mixture 5-6 times to release essential oils and break down the lime’s structure without creating a complete puree.
- Position a fine-mesh strainer over a large pitcher and carefully strain the blended mixture. Use the back of a spoon to press and extract maximum juice from the pulp, then discard the solid remnants.
- Repeat the blending and straining process with the remaining water, sugar, and lime wedges to ensure consistent flavor and texture throughout the beverage.
- Introduce sweetened condensed milk to the strained limeade, stirring gently to create a smooth, creamy consistency. Taste and adjust sweetness by adding extra condensed milk or sugar if the mixture seems too tart.
- Serve the chilled Brazilian lemonade over abundant ice, garnishing with delicate lime slices for an elegant presentation and additional citrusy aroma.
Notes
- Ensure thorough lime washing to eliminate any chemical residues or waxy coatings that might affect the drink’s taste and safety.
- Use a gentle pulsing technique when blending to prevent over-processing, which can release bitter oils from the lime peels and create an unpleasant flavor.
- Strain the mixture carefully, pressing the pulp to extract maximum juice while avoiding incorporating bitter pith or tough skin fragments into the final drink.
- Adjust sweetness progressively by adding sweetened condensed milk or sugar in small increments, tasting between additions to achieve the perfect balance without overwhelming the lime’s natural tartness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Mocktails
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Brazilian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 195
- Sugar: 38 g
- Sodium: 65 mg
- Fat: 3 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 48 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 5 mg