Lemon Limey Quencher
Refresh and revitalize your senses with this Lemon Limey Quencher—a zesty, thirst-quenching drink perfect for hot summer days or any time you crave a citrus burst. Made with freshly squeezed lemons and limes, balanced with just the right touch of sweetness from granulated sugar, and chilled to perfection with ice, this tangy beverage comes together in just 10 minutes! Infused with aromatic mint leaves for a refreshing twist and topped with an optional splash of fizzy club soda, this versatile drink is as dazzling in flavor as it is easy to prepare. Serve it up for backyard gatherings, brunches, or a simple afternoon pick-me-up, and watch it brighten every sip.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pieces Fresh lemons
- 2 pieces Fresh limes
- 4 tablespoons Granulated sugar
- 4 cups Cold water
- 1 cup Ice cubes
- 6 pieces Mint leaves
- 1 cup Club soda (optional)
Instructions
Roll the lemons and limes on a countertop to release their juices. Then, cut them in half and juice them using a citrus juicer or your hands over a fine mesh strainer to remove seeds. You should have approximately 1/3 cup of lemon juice and 1/3 cup of lime juice.
In a large pitcher, combine the lemon and lime juice with the granulated sugar. Stir well until the sugar is fully dissolved.
Pour in the cold water and mix thoroughly. Taste the mixture and adjust the sweetness if needed by adding more sugar, a teaspoon at a time, stirring well after each addition.
Add the ice cubes to the pitcher to chill the drink.
Lightly crush the mint leaves between your palms to release their aroma, then add them to the pitcher. Stir gently to incorporate.
If you prefer a fizzy version, top each serving with a splash of club soda right before serving.
Pour the Lemon Limey Quencher into glasses, garnish with a slice of lemon or lime if desired, and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
264 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 0.8 g | 1% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 115 mg | 5% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 74.9 g | 27% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.1 g | 25% | |
| Total Sugars | 55.1 g | ||
| Protein | 2.3 g | 5% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 117 mg | 9% | |
| Iron | 1.5 mg | 8% | |
| Potassium | 302 mg | 6% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
