Limonada Mexicana
Mexican-style limeade—bright, sweet, and utterly refreshing
- 1 cupfresh lime juice(about 8 limes)
- 4 cupscold water
- ¾ cupsugar(or to taste)
- lime zest(from 2 limes, optional)
- lime wheel, mint spriggarnish
- 1Combine lime juice, water, and sugar
- 2Blend briefly or stir until sugar dissolves
- 3Add lime zest for extra aroma if desired
- 4Chill or serve immediately over ice
- 5Garnish with lime wheel and mint
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In Mexico, limón refers to what Americans call lime, making Limonada actually limeade. Unlike American lemonade, Mexican limonada often includes a touch of the lime's oil from the peel, giving it an extra aromatic punch. It's the simplest and most refreshing agua fresca.
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