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Ingredients
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Limeade Ingredients
Method
Preparation Instructions
- 1
Juicing the Limes
Roll the limes on a countertop to loosen the juice. Cut them in half and juice them using a citrus juicer. Measure out 1 cup of lime juice.
- 2
Making the Limeade Base
In a pitcher, combine the freshly squeezed lime juice and granulated sugar. Stir until the sugar is completely dissolved.
- 3
Adding Water
Add 4 cups of cold water to the lime juice mixture. Stir well to combine. Taste and adjust sweetness by adding more sugar if desired.
- 4
Serving Options
For still limeade, pour the mixture into glasses filled with ice cubes. For sparkling limeade, mix in 2 cups of sparkling water before serving.
- 5
Garnishing
Garnish with mint leaves if desired and serve chilled.
