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Make the simple syrup
In a small saucepan, combine the sugar with 2 cups water and bring to a boil, stirring until the sugar dissolves. Turn off the heat and let it cool to room temperature. This is what gives the limeade its body without tasting like straight sugar.
- 2
Puree the cherries
Pit the cherries and blend them until completely smooth. If you want a clear, no-pulp drink, pour the puree through a fine sieve. Fresh cherries are what make the color real — deep ruby, no food dye needed.
- 3
Juice the limes
Squeeze the limes to get about 1/2 cup of fresh juice. Fresh only here — bottled lime juice turns bitter and flat and you'll taste the difference immediately.
- 4
Build the pitcher
In a 2-quart pitcher, combine the cooled syrup, lime juice, cherry puree, and the ice. Top with cold water to the 2-quart line and stir. Taste and add a splash more water if you want it lighter. Serve right away over more ice, or chill until you're ready.
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Fresh Cherry Limeade
Created by: BlendedAndBrewed
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 2 cup water
- 5 limes
- 1 1/2 cup cherries
- 3 cup ice
Instructions
- Make the simple syrupIn a small saucepan, combine the sugar with 2 cups water and bring to a boil, stirring until the sugar dissolves. Turn off the heat and let it cool to room temperature. This is what gives the limeade its body without tasting like straight sugar.
- Puree the cherriesPit the cherries and blend them until completely smooth. If you want a clear, no-pulp drink, pour the puree through a fine sieve. Fresh cherries are what make the color real — deep ruby, no food dye needed.
- Juice the limesSqueeze the limes to get about 1/2 cup of fresh juice. Fresh only here — bottled lime juice turns bitter and flat and you'll taste the difference immediately.
- Build the pitcherIn a 2-quart pitcher, combine the cooled syrup, lime juice, cherry puree, and the ice. Top with cold water to the 2-quart line and stir. Taste and add a splash more water if you want it lighter. Serve right away over more ice, or chill until you're ready.