Sparkling Limeade

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Sparkling Limeade is a refreshing nonalcoholic beverage.

On a recent trip for  a soccer tournament my son picked up a bottle of sparkling limeade at an organic market. It was delicious and so refreshing. I had to recreate that bubbly drink as soon as we  came home. 

This drink doesn’t have a lot of sugar and it’s a bit on the tart side! That’s just how I like it. I tend to like things on the tart side like in lime sherbet and rhubarb crisp. If you like it a bit sweeter, feel free to add a bit more sugar. 

What is sparkling limeade?

Sparkling limeade is a beverage made with fresh squeezed lime juice, sugar and carbonated or sparkling water. 

What is sparkling water?

Sparkling water is also called carbonated water or seltzer. It is just plain water with added carbonation and can be found in most beverage sections of convenience and grocery stores. Be sure to find an unflavored water for this recipe. 

What is the difference between sparkling water and soda water?

Sparkling water only has added carbonation. Soda water has carbonation but it also has added sodium and other minerals. 

Can I just add plain water to this sparkling limeade recipe?

Of course you can add plain water. You’ll just have regular limeade instead of sparkling limeade! Still delicious even without the bubbles. 

Can I use other citrus juice instead of lime juice?

Yes! This would be delicious using fresh squeezed lemon juice, orange juice or grapefruit juice. 

If you are looking for other refreshing beverages to make, you might want to try this lemonade recipe or this raspberry lemonade recipe.  Both are delicious and refreshing!

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Sparkling Limeade

Prep Time

5 mins

Total Time

5 mins

 

Refreshing beverage made with fresh limes and carbonated water.

Course: Beverage

Cuisine: American

Keyword: limeade, sparkling limeade

Servings: 2 people

Calories: 67 kcal

Author: Kathy

Ingredients

• 2 Limes
• 2 Tablespoons Hot Water
• 2 Tablespoons Sugar
• 1 1/2 Cups Sparkling water
• 2 Cups Ice

Instructions

1. Squeeze the lime juice into a large measuring cup.

2. In a separate bowl, pour hot water and sugar. Mix until sugar is completely dissolved.

3. Add sugar water to lemon juice.

4. Add sparkling water and stir.

5. Fill two glasses with ice.

6. Pour mixture over ice.

7. Garnish with additional lime wedges.

Recipe Video

Recipe Notes

• For best results use fresh squeezed lime juice.
• Hot tap water will work to dissolve the sugar. Make certain you stir until it is completely  dissolved. 

Nutrition Facts

Sparkling Limeade

Amount Per Serving (1 cup)

Calories 67 Calories from Fat 9

% Daily Value*

Fat 1g2%

Saturated Fat 1g6%

Sodium 77mg3%

Potassium 68mg2%

Carbohydrates 19g6%

Fiber 2g8%

Sugar 13g14%

Protein 1g2%

Vitamin A 35IU1%

Vitamin C 19.5mg24%

Calcium 40mg4%

Iron 0.4mg2%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.