Sonic Strawberry Limeade
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Sonic Strawberry Limeade
Description
The recipe begins by hull and quartering fresh strawberries, which are boiled and simmered in water for extraction of flavor and color. After straining out solids, sugar is added and the mixture cooked further to set a syrup consistency. This strawberry syrup stores refrigerated for up to two weeks.
To assemble the drink, strawberry syrup is combined with Sprite, providing effervescence and sweetness. Lime slices add brightness and a tart contrast that balances the sweetness of the syrup and soda. Garnishing with a fresh strawberry enhances presentation.
This limeade works well as a cool beverage for warm days, with the strawberry syrup offering natural fruit flavor intensified by cooking. It requires some preparation but results in a flavorful alternative to commercial drinks.
Ingredients
Strawberry Syrup
- 1 pound strawberry
- 32 ounces water
- 1 1/2 cups sugar
One Serving
- 1/4 cup Strawberry Syrup
- 1 cup Sprite
- 4 lices lime
- 1 strawberry garnish
Instructions
- To make strawberry syrup wash and hull your strawberries. Cut strawberries into quarters. Place strawberries into a pot and add 32 ounces of water. Bring to a boil, then simmer for 15 minutes. Strain liquid, discard the strawberries. Add sugar, and cook for 5 additional minutes. Skim off any impurities on the top of the syrup. Pour into a container, and allow to cool. Store the syrup in the refrigerator for up to two weeks. To make the Strawberry Limeade, fill a glass with ice, add 1/4 cup strawberry syrup, 1 cup of Sprite, and stir well. Add lime wedges, and garnish with a strawberry if desired.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 5Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 67 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 67kcal | 3% |
| Carbohydrates | 18g | 6% |
| Protein | 0g | 0% |
| Fat | 0g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat | 0g | 0% |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium | 14mg | 1% |
| Potassium | 10mg | 0% |
| Fiber | 0g | 0% |
| Sugar | 17g | 34% |
| Vitamin C | 3.1mg | 3% |
| Calcium | 2mg | 0% |
| Iron | 0.6mg | 3% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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