This Mexican-style limeade blends fresh lime juice, water, and sugar into a bright, thirst-quenching pitcher drink known locally as limonada, ready in 10 minutes. This is the drink that appears at every Mexican family gathering on a hot day, in a pitcher large enough to serve a crowd. It tastes like the opposite of effort and costs almost nothing to make. Pour a pitcher alongside our Peruvian-style lime ceviche for a Latin American spread.
Quick answer: A bright, refreshing pitcher drink of fresh lime juice, water, and sugar with a hint of mint. It's Mexico's answer to lemonade, and it's the kind of simple, thirst-quenching drink you make by the gallon on a hot day.
Cut the limes in half and juice them by hand or with a citrus juicer. You should have about 1.5 cups of fresh juice. Strain through a fine mesh if you prefer it seedless.
In a large pitcher, combine the lime juice, water, and sugar. Stir well until the sugar dissolves completely.
If using mint, bruise the leaves gently and add them to the pitcher. Let the drink sit for 5 to 10 minutes so the mint flavor infuses.
Fill glasses with ice, pour in the limeade, and serve cold. Garnish with a lime wheel or sprig of mint if you like.
Absolutely. Bottled lime juice tastes flat and metallic next to the brightness of fresh. This drink lives and dies by fresh limes.
Yes, scale everything up. A gallon-sized pitcher works perfectly, and it keeps in the fridge for up to 3 days. The flavor stays bright.
A common mix is half limeade, half tequila, with a splash of soda for fizz. But you didn't hear that from us.
It adds a subtle coolness and freshness that makes the drink feel less one-note. It's optional, but it's worth trying at least once.
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