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Cherry Limeade

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This vibrant cherry limeade is the ultimate refreshing drink—sweet, tangy, and fizzy, it’s perfect for hot days, BBQs, or poolside sipping. Easy to blend together in minutes and guaranteed to be a crowd-pleaser.

  • Total Time: 5 minutes
  • Yield: 6 cups

Ingredients

  • ¾ cup lime juice (about 6 limes)
  • 10 ounces maraschino cherries, stems removed (reserve juice and a few cherries for garnish)
  • ¼ cup white sugar
  • 5 cups lemon-lime soda (like Sprite or 7UP)
  • 2 cups ice

Instructions

  1. In a blender, combine lime juice, maraschino cherries, reserved cherry juice, and sugar. Blend for about 30 seconds until cherries are fully broken down and sugar is dissolved.
  2. Pour the cherry mixture into a large pitcher.
  3. Add lemon-lime soda and stir to combine.
  4. Add ice to the pitcher just before serving.
  5. Garnish with extra maraschino cherries and lime wedges if desired. Serve chilled and enjoy!

Notes

  • Adjust sugar to taste depending on your preference for sweetness.
  • Use fresh lime juice for the best flavor.
  • For a fizzy twist, add lemon-lime soda just before serving to keep it bubbly.
  • Author: Maya
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Beverage
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 135
  • Sugar: 30g
  • Sodium: 45mg
  • Fat: 0g
  • Saturated Fat: 0g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 0g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 34g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 0g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg