Name: Brazilian Lemonade Recipe
Prep time: 10 min
Total time: 10 min
Cuisine: Brazilian
Ingredients: 6 cups cold water; 5 limes, cut into wedges; 1/2 cup granulated sugar; 1/4 cup sweetened condensed milk (or more to taste); Ice for serving

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Introduction

Brazilian Lemonade is a refreshing and creamy citrus drink, perfect for hot days. Despite its name, it features limes blended whole with sweetened condensed milk to create a unique, frothy beverage that’s both tart and sweet.

A tall clear glass filled with a pale yellow creamy drink with visible ice cubes inside, topped with two thin green lime slices resting on the rim. Around the glass on the white marbled surface are three lime wedges and one half lime showing the bright green, juicy interiors. The drink has a smooth texture with a slight shine, and the background shows parts of other glasses blurred softly. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

6 cups cold water
5 limes (cut into wedges)
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1/4 cup sweetened condensed milk (or more to taste)
Ice for serving

Instructions

Step 1: Into a blender, add the cold water, lime wedges (skin and all), and granulated sugar. Blend until smooth and the lime wedges are fully blended.
Step 2: Place a fine mesh strainer over a bowl and pour the blender contents into it, catching the liquid below in the bowl. Discard the lime pulp and pieces left in the strainer.
Step 3: Rinse out the blender. Pour the strained lime liquid from the bowl back into the blender and add the sweetened condensed milk.
Step 4: Blend again until smooth and frothy.
Step 5: Fill a glass with ice and pour the Brazilian lemonade over top. Garnish with fresh lime slices if desired.

Tips & Variations

Use filtered or purified cold water for the best flavor and clarity in the drink.
Do not juice the limes before blending; blending whole limes creates a distinct tartness balanced by the creamy milk.
Adjust the amount of sweetened condensed milk to your taste for a sweeter or creamier texture.
For a tropical twist, add a few fresh mint leaves to the blender before blending.

Storage

Brazilian Lemonade is best enjoyed fresh but can be refrigerated in a covered container for up to 24 hours. Stir gently before serving, as separation may occur. Avoid freezing, as texture and flavor will be affected.

How to Serve

A tall clear glass holds a pale yellow creamy drink filled with medium-sized ice cubes, showing a smooth, slightly frothy texture. Two thin lime slices with bright green edges rest on top of the ice as a garnish. Around the base, halved and quartered fresh limes with vibrant green skin and moist pulp sit on a white marbled surface. The scene is softly lit, highlighting the refreshing nature of the drink. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use regular lemonade instead of sweetened condensed milk?

Sweetened condensed milk adds both sweetness and creaminess that regular lemonade cannot provide. Using regular lemonade will result in a different, less creamy flavor and texture.

Why are the lime wedges blended with the peel?

Blending whole lime wedges including the peel adds a slight bitterness and unique zestiness that defines Brazilian Lemonade’s flavor. The straining step removes the pulp and excess bitterness.