Creamy Brazilian Limeade Cocktail Recipe
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Creamy Brazilian Limeade Cocktail Recipe
Description
The Creamy Brazilian Limeade Cocktail Recipe starts with freshly zesting and juicing six limes to capture vibrant citrus notes while avoiding bitterness from the pith. Mixing lime zest, juice, sweetened condensed milk, white rum, ice, and cold water creates a balanced blend of tartness and sweetness paired with the creamy body from the condensed milk. Blending quickly combines the ingredients before straining removes pulp for a smooth finish. Serving this cocktail cold with lime wedge garnishes offers a fresh and zesty drink ideal for warm weather or social gatherings.
This cocktail balances the bright acidity of lime with the richness of condensed milk and the kick of rum, creating layers of flavor and a creamy mouthfeel despite the citrus base. The cold water and ice achieve a refreshing cooling effect while blending disperses the flavors evenly. The straining step provides a polished smooth texture that enhances the drinking experience.
You can prepare the limeade base without rum or ice in advance and refrigerate it. Add the rum and ice just before serving to maintain freshness and frothiness as desired. This flexibility allows for easy preparation before entertaining and keeps the cocktail well chilled.
Ingredients
- 6 lime juice and zest, fresh
- 4 cups water cold
- 8 oz sweetened condensed milk
- 1 cup white rum
- 1 cup ice crushed
- lime for serving, wedges
Instructions
- Use a vegetable peeler or zester to zest the limes, making sure to avoid the bitter white pith. Then, cut the limes in half and juice them, removing any seeds.
- In a blender, combine the lime zest, lime juice, rum, sweetened condensed milk, ice, and cold water. Blend for about 30 seconds until everything is well combined. (IF YOU DON'T WANT IT FROTHY, LEAVE OUT THE ICE UNTIL SERVING IN GLASSES)
- Pour the blended mixture through a fine mesh strainer into a pitcher to remove the zest and any pulp, leaving behind a smooth limeade cocktail.
- Pour the brazilian limeade cocktail into glasses, over ice, if not used in the cocktail itself. Garnish the glasses with lime wedges on cocktail picks.
- Serve cold and enjoy, friend!
Notes
- Prepare the limeade base without rum or ice ahead of time and chill in the refrigerator for several hours or overnight.
- Add rum and ice just before serving to preserve freshness and desired frothiness.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 8servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 190 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1g | |
| Calories | 190kcal | 10% |
| Carbohydrates | 21g | 7% |
| Protein | 3g | 6% |
| Fat | 3g | 5% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1g | 1% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Cholesterol | 10mg | 3% |
| Sodium | 44mg | 2% |
| Potassium | 157mg | 3% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 16g | 32% |
| Vitamin A | 101IU | 2% |
| Vitamin C | 16mg | 18% |
| Calcium | 102mg | 10% |
| Iron | 0.4mg | 2% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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