Sparkling Limeade is a refreshing nonalcoholic beverage. This tasty drink is made with fresh limes and sparkling water.
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
Ingredients
- 2 Limes
- 2 Tablespoons Hot Water
- 2 Tablespoons Sugar
- 1 ½ Cups Sparkling water
- 2 Cups Ice
Instructions
- Squeeze the lime juice into a large measuring cup.
- In a separate bowl, pour hot water and sugar. Mix until sugar is completely dissolved.
- Add sugar water to lemon juice.
- Add sparkling water and stir.
- Fill two glasses with ice.
- Pour mixture over ice.
- Garnish with additional lime wedges.
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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.
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Fred G says
What a great drink for hot days.
Kathy says
It's very refreshing!
Valentina says
What a perfect, refreshing and fun drink for summer. Love it!
Kathy says
Thanks!
Kelly | Foodtasia says
Love this limeade, Kathy! So refreshing!
Dawn - Girl Heart Food says
Sounds super refreshing, Kathy! Hubby and I would love this! Bet it would be such a lovely base for a cocktail too 🙂 Cheers, my friend!
David @ Spiced says
What a fun idea to make your own sparkling limeade! We drink a lot of sparkling water in our house, but it's typically in cans. I'll have to try making my own sometime! Limes are the perfect flavor for summer, too!
Mary Ann | The Beach House Kitchen says
So refreshing Kathy! Perfect summer beverage.
Kathy says
It really is perfect for summertime!
allie @ Through Her Looking Glass says
Hi Kathy and happy summer! This sparkling limeade looks extra delicious and I love your paper straws. I have a collection of paper straws in a big jar on my kitchen counter at the ready for fun slurps like this . Such a refreshing summery drink! Wishing you a great summer with your family!
Kathy says
Hi Allie,
What a fun collection to display, and I'll be they get used all the time! Paper straws have such fun colors and designs. This limeade is super refreshing! 🙂
Alexandra @ It's Not Complicated Recipes says
A delicious and refreshing drink! Lovely!! Lime is such a delicious flavour 🙂
Kathy says
I think limes are often overlooked, but they are so good!