Limonada Brasil (Brazilian Lemonade) Non-Alcoholic

Ingredients

• 3 pieces Limes (Juice and zest, cut into quarters)
• 100 g Cane sugar (brown sugar) (Brown, preferably for caramelized flavor)
• 200 g Sweetened condensed milk (Canned, shake well before use)
• 400 g Water (Cold water)
• 200 g Ice cubes (Pre‑frozen, ideally large cubes)
• 30 ml Vodka (optional) (Add only for adults, in moderation)

Instructions

1. Prepare the limes

   Wash the limes, cut off the ends, then cut them into quarters (in an H shape). Lightly zest the skin before squeezing the juice.

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2. Squeeze the juice

   Press the lime quarters using a citrus juicer and collect the juice in the pitcher.

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3. Measure the liquid and dry ingredients

   Weigh 400 g of water, 100 g of cane sugar and 200 g of sweetened condensed milk. Add the sugar to the water and stir lightly to dissolve.

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4. Add the ice cubes

   Weigh 200 g of ice cubes and place them in the blender.

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5. Blend the limonada

   Pour the lime juice, sweetened water, condensed milk and ice cubes into the blender. Blend on high speed for 30 seconds until a smooth and slightly frothy consistency is achieved.

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6. Taste and adjust

   Taste the drink; if it is too thick, add a bit of cold water and re‑blend for 10 seconds. If it is too thin, add a bit of condensed milk.

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7. Serve

   Pour the limonada into glasses, garnish with a lime wedge and serve immediately. For adults, add 30 ml of vodka or rum and stir quickly.

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Nutrition Facts

Calories

257

Protein

5 g

Carbohydrates

38 g

Fat

9 g

Fiber

1 g

Ingredient Substitutions

• Instead of Limes: Yellow lemons (less acidity)
• Instead of Cane sugar (brown sugar): White sugar
• Instead of Sweetened condensed milk: Unsweetened condensed milk + sugar
• Instead of Water: Sparkling water for fizz version
• Instead of Ice cubes: Crushed ice
• Instead of Vodka (optional): White rum, Tequila

Equipment Needed

• Blender
• Chef's knife
• Cutting board
• Kitchen scale
• Manual or electric citrus juicer (optional)
• Pitcher or large mixing glass
• Serving glasses

Critical Steps — Do Not Skip

• Cut the limes into quarters and zest properly
• Add the ice cubes before blending to achieve the right texture
• Blend until a smooth consistency is achieved without leaving unblended ice chunks

Chef Tips from the Video

• Zest the lime before squeezing to release essential oils
• Use high‑quality condensed milk, otherwise the flavor will be bland
• Serve with glass straws for a chic presentation

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Storage

Refrigerator: Store in a closed carafe, consume within 24 h. Stir before serving.

Freezer: Not recommended, texture degrades.

Room temperature: Consume immediately, otherwise keep chilled.

Make-Ahead Tips

• Pre‑prepare the water + sugar syrup and keep it refrigerated
• Pre‑freeze the ice cubes in small ice trays for better texture