This Brazilian lemonade is the perfect drink for a hot summer day. Made with fresh limes, sugar, and water, this refreshing beverage is sure to quench your thirst and keep you cool. The secret ingredient, sweetened condensed milk, adds a creamy touch that sets this lemonade apart from the rest.
Ingredients
- 4 limes, ends removed and cut into eighths
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 6 cups cold water
- 1/2 cup sweetened condensed milk
- Ice cubes
Directions
- Place the limes and sugar in a blender and blend until smooth.
- Strain the mixture through a fine mesh sieve into a pitcher, pressing down on the solids to extract all the liquid.
- Add the cold water and sweetened condensed milk to the pitcher and stir until well combined.
- Serve over ice and enjoy!
Interesting Facts
Traditional Brazilian lemonade is typically made with limes instead of lemons.
The addition of sweetened condensed milk gives this lemonade a creamy texture that is unique to Brazilian cuisine.