Summer is my favorite season, but it gets so hot. I won’t complain about warm weather, but it definitely makes me extra thirsty. Drinking a nice cold beverage after being outside in the hot sun is one of the best feelings, so it’s important to have some easy summer drinks around to quench that thirst. That’s where this homemade limeade recipe comes in. It’s super easy to make up a pitcher of this stuff, serve it over ice, and everyone will be so grateful for the refreshing treat!
How to Store
Store leftover homemade limeade covered in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. For longer storage, I recommend pouring the limeade into an ice cube tray and freezing. You can then blend these limeade cubes into a delicious frozen limeade!
Serving Suggestions
On a hot summer day, I love to sip on this homemade limeade while grilling. It’s great with my grilled tequila lime chicken or grilled flank steak with cilantro lime butter. I told you that extra lime would come in handy!
How to Make Limeade Step by Step
Boil the Simple Syrup: In a small saucepan, set over medium heat, bring 1 cup of granulated sugar, 1 cup of water, 6 tablespoons of lime juice, and 4 teaspoons of lime zest to a boil. Remove from the heat and stir until the sugar is dissolved. Cool completely before making limeade. Whisk the Limeade: In a ½ gallon pitcher, whisk together 1 cup of lime juice, 3 cups of water, and all of the Lime Simple Syrup (from above). Serve over ice. Garnish and Serve: Garnish individual glasses with a slice of lime and a sprig of fresh mint, if desired.
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