Description
Tropical Brazilian limonada de coco blends refreshing lime with creamy coconut for a silky smooth summer sensation. Chilled glasses invite you to savor this exotic cocktail that whisks senses straight to Brazilian beachside bliss.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 cup coconut cream (cream of coconut)
- 1/2 cup fresh lime juice (about 4–5 limes)
- 1/2 cup cold water
Sweetener:
- 23 tablespoons sugar (adjust to taste)
Ice and Garnish:
- 3 cups ice cubes
- Optional garnish: lime wheels, coconut flakes, mint leaves
Instructions
- Gather coconut cream, lime juice, sugar, cold water, and ice in a blender to prepare the tropical beverage.
- Pour coconut cream and freshly squeezed lime juice into the blender, creating a tangy base for the drink.
- Add granulated sugar to balance the citrusy and creamy flavors, ensuring a harmonious taste profile.
- Introduce cold water to help dilute and smooth out the mixture’s intensity.
- Drop in ice cubes to chill the drink and provide additional texture during blending.
- Pulse the blender on high speed, transforming the ingredients into a velvety, frothy concoction for approximately 1-2 minutes.
- Sample the limonada and fine-tune the sweetness or citrus notes by incrementally adding sugar or lime juice.
- Distribute the luscious beverage into serving glasses, creating an inviting presentation.
- Optional: Enhance the visual appeal and tropical essence by garnishing with delicate lime wheels and sprinkled coconut flakes.
Notes
- Opt for fresh lime juice to enhance the vibrant, zesty flavor profile of the drink.
- Chill glasses beforehand to keep the limonada refreshingly cold and maintain its creamy texture.
- Select full-fat coconut cream for a richer, more luxurious mouthfeel that elevates the overall taste experience.
- Experiment with alternative sweeteners like honey or agave syrup for different dietary preferences or reduced sugar content.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Mocktails
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Latin American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 289
- Sugar: 17 g
- Sodium: 6 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 43 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg