Name: Brazilian Lemonade Recipe
Prep time: 10 min
Total time: 10 min
Cuisine: Brazilian
Ingredients: 6 cups cold water; 1/4 cup sweetened condensed milk (or more to taste); 5 limes (cut into wedges); 1/2 cup granulated sugar; Ice for serving

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Introduction

Brazilian Lemonade is a refreshing twist on traditional lemonade, made with whole limes for a tangy and creamy treat. Sweetened with condensed milk, this drink offers a unique balance of tartness and sweetness that’s perfect for hot days.

The image shows a tall clear glass filled with a creamy pale yellow drink with ice cubes floating on top. The drink has a smooth, frothy texture beneath the ice. On top of the glass, two thin, bright green lime slices are placed as garnish. Around the base of the glass on a white marbled surface, there are additional lime halves and wedges, adding a fresh, vibrant contrast to the creamy drink. A soft blue cloth is partially visible in the background, adding subtle color. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

6 cups cold water
5 limes, cut into wedges
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1/4 cup sweetened condensed milk (or more to taste)
Ice for serving

Instructions

Step 1: In a blender, combine the cold water, lime wedges, and granulated sugar. Blend until the mixture is smooth and the lime wedges are fully blended.
Step 2: Place a fine mesh strainer over a bowl and pour the blended mixture through it. Use a spoon to press and extract as much liquid as possible, discarding the lime pulp and solids left in the strainer.
Step 3: Rinse the blender, then pour the strained lime juice mixture back into it. Add the sweetened condensed milk.
Step 4: Blend again until the mixture is smooth and frothy.
Step 5: Fill glasses with ice and pour the Brazilian Lemonade over top. Garnish with lime slices if desired and serve immediately.

Tips & Variations

Use fresh, firm limes to avoid bitterness from the peel and pith.
Adjust the amount of sweetened condensed milk depending on your preferred sweetness level.
For a fizzy twist, replace half the cold water with sparkling water just before serving.

Storage

Brazilian Lemonade is best enjoyed fresh. If you need to store it, keep it refrigerated in a sealed container for up to 24 hours. Stir gently before serving and add fresh ice as it may dilute upon sitting.

How to Serve

A tall clear glass filled with a pale yellow creamy drink layered with ice cubes inside. On top, there are two bright green lime slices resting on the ice, adding a fresh pop of color. Around the glass, there are some halved and sliced limes placed on a white marbled surface, enhancing the fresh and citrusy feel of the image. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use regular milk instead of sweetened condensed milk?

Regular milk won’t provide the same sweetness or creamy texture. Sweetened condensed milk is key to the distinctive flavor of Brazilian Lemonade.

Why do I strain the blended mixture?

Straining removes the bitter lime pulp and seeds, resulting in a smooth, refreshing drink without any gritty texture.