Description
Cherry Limeade is the quintessential non-alcoholic drink for any occasion, offering a burst of vibrant flavor that’s both refreshing and invigorating. This delightful beverage combines the tangy zest of fresh lime juice with the sweetness of maraschino cherries, all enlivened with fizzy lemon-lime soda. Whether you’re hosting a summer barbecue or enjoying a casual evening with friends, Cherry Limeade is sure to be a crowd-pleaser. Its bright colors and delicious taste make it not just a drink, but an experience everyone will savor. Plus, it’s quick and easy to prepare, making it perfect for spontaneous gatherings. Elevate your next event with this homemade cherry-lime treat!
Ingredients
- Crushed ice
- 1–2 medium fresh limes (thinly sliced)
- 1 jar (10-ounces) maraschino cherries (drained, syrup reserved)
- 1 cup lime juice (chilled)
- ½ cup granulated sugar (superfine)
- 1 bottle (2-liters) lemon-lime soda (chilled)
Instructions
- Fill a pitcher halfway with crushed ice and add thinly sliced lime pieces.
- Add drained maraschino cherries to the pitcher, reserving syrup.
- In a mixing bowl, combine chilled lime juice and sugar; stir until dissolved.
- Pour the lime mixture over ice in the pitcher and add reserved cherry syrup.
- Gently stir in chilled lemon-lime soda before serving.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Drink
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240ml)
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 15mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg