Description
If you’ve never tried Brazilian lemonade, get ready for your new favorite warm-weather refreshment. This sweet, creamy, and slightly tart drink is not your typical lemonade.
Ingredients
4 fresh limes (thin-skinned preferred)
4 cups cold water
½ cup granulated sugar (adjust to taste)
½ cup sweetened condensed milk
Ice for serving
Optional Garnishes
Lime slices
Mint sprigs
Sweetened condensed milk drizzle on top
Instructions
1. Prep the Limes
Wash the limes thoroughly and cut off both ends. Quarter them, keeping the peel on. Remove seeds if visible.
2. Blend in Batches
Add half the limes, 2 cups of water, and half the sugar to a blender. Pulse 3–4 times—do not overblend or the rind will make the drink bitter. Strain through a fine mesh sieve into a pitcher. Repeat with the remaining limes, water, and sugar.
3. Add Sweetened Condensed Milk
Stir in the sweetened condensed milk until fully mixed. Taste and adjust sweetness as desired.
4. Serve Over Ice
Pour over ice-filled glasses. Garnish with lime slices or mint. Enjoy immediately for the best flavor.
Notes
Use limes with thin, smooth skins—they’re less bitter
Don’t overblend; short pulses preserve a clean, crisp taste
Make just before serving—after 30 minutes, the peels can turn the drink bitter
For a frothier texture, blend all ingredients together with crushed ice and skip straining
- Prep Time: 10
- Category: Drinks
- Cuisine: Brazilian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 servings
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 40g
- Fat: 3g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
Keywords: Brazilian Lemonade