Description

Cherry Limeade is a delightful, refreshing drink that perfectly combines the tartness of fresh lime juice with the sweetness of maraschino cherries and fizzy lemon-lime soda. This vibrant beverage is an ideal choice for summer gatherings, picnics, or cozy evenings at home. Its bright colors and invigorating flavors appeal to both kids and adults alike, making it a crowd-pleaser that keeps everyone cool and satisfied.

Ingredients

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Crushed ice
1–2 medium limes, thinly sliced
1 jar (10 ounces) maraschino cherries, drained (syrup reserved)
1 cup chilled lime juice
½ cup superfine sugar
1 bottle (2 liters) chilled lemon-lime soda

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Instructions

Fill a pitcher halfway with crushed ice and layer in the lime slices.
Add the maraschino cherries on top of the ice, reserving the cherry syrup.
In a medium bowl, mix chilled lime juice with superfine sugar until dissolved.
Pour this mixture into the pitcher over the ice and cherries; add in the reserved cherry syrup.
Top off with chilled lemon-lime soda and stir gently to combine. Serve immediately over extra ice if desired.

Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Category: Drink
Method: Mixing
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cup (240ml)
Calories: 150
Sugar: 36g
Sodium: 15mg
Fat: 0g
Saturated Fat: 0g
Unsaturated Fat: 0g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 39g
Fiber: 0g
Protein: 0g
Cholesterol: 0mg