Strawberry “spiked” limeade turns a pitcher of lime or lemonade into a par-tay.
Use fresh squeezed limes/ lemons and simple syrup or a ready made version.
Stir in lime or lemon liqueur or vodka.
Just before serving, pour into a large pitcher filled with ice and sliced strawberries for a sweet, yet tart, “just right” summer sipper.
Variations/shortcuts/garnishes:
Instead of alcohol: Use sparkling water or Sprite.
Ready-made version: Defrost 12 oz can of frozen lime or lemonade. Stir in just half the water required and refrigerate until ready to mix and serve.
Fruity ice: Place sliced strawberries or blueberries into ice cube containers. Add water and freeze overnight. Fill glasses with fruity ice cubes, strawberry “spiked” limeade and enjoy!
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Strawberry “Spiked” Limeade
- Prep Time: 25
- Cook Time: 5
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
Strawberry “Spiked” Limeade turns a pitcher of lime or lemonade into a par-tay. Use fresh squeezed limes/ lemons and simple syrup or a ready made version.
Ingredients
- 1 cup white, granulated sugar
- 4 cups water, divided
- 1 cup lime or lemon juice (12 small or 6 large limes/lemons)
- 1 cup alcohol (lime or lemon liqueur or vodka) (or sparkling water or Sprite)
- 1 pint strawberries, divided (Slice 6+ berries for the pitcher, reserve rest for ice cubes/garnish)
- 1/2 pint blueberries
- plenty of ice
**Ready made substitution: Instead of simple syrup and limes, use one 12 oz. can frozen lime or lemonade concentrate, defrosted.
Instructions
Make “simple syrup”: In a small saucepan, bring sugar and 1 cup water to a simmer. Stir until sugar is completely dissolved. Set aside and let cool.
Squeeze limes/lemons. Strain pulp and measure out 1 cup juice.
In large pitcher, combine simple syrup, juice and 3 cups cold water. Refrigerate until ready to serve. (Limeade will taste very concentrated but will dilute when mixed with plenty of ice.)
Optional: Make berry ice cubes. Fill one or two ice cube trays with slices of strawberries and/ or blueberries. Add water and freeze overnight.
Just before serving, stir together cold limeade, alcohol, sliced strawberries and a handful of blueberries. Fill glasses with berry ice cubes if using and pour in limeade.
Extras:Â Set out a bucket of extra ice and whole strawberries for guests to enjoy.
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