Sparkling Limeade (Limonada con Agua Mineral) Recipe
Sparkling Limeade, or Limonada con Agua Mineral, is a refreshing and zesty beverage made with fresh lime juice, simple syrup, and chilled mineral water. Perfect for a hot day, this sparkling limeade combines the tartness of limes with the effervescence of mineral water, creating a light and invigorating drink that’s easy to prepare in just a few minutes.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Beverages
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Fresh Ingredients
- 4 large limes
- Slices of lime for garnish
Simple Syrup
- 1/2 cup superfine sugar
- 1/2 cup hot water
Other
- 1 liter mineral water (chilled)
Instructions
- Juice the limes: Squeeze the juice from 4 large limes into a small pitcher or carafe, ensuring you remove any seeds.
- Make simple syrup: Combine 1/2 cup superfine sugar with 1/2 cup hot water in a mason jar or bowl. Shake or stir vigorously until the sugar is completely dissolved.
- Mix lime juice and syrup: Pour the prepared simple syrup into the pitcher containing lime juice. Stir to combine thoroughly.
- Add mineral water and garnish: When ready to serve, top the lime and syrup mixture with 1 liter of chilled mineral water. Add a few lime slices into the pitcher for garnish, stir well, and serve the sparkling limeade over ice.
Notes
- Use superfine sugar to help it dissolve quickly in hot water.
- The beverage is best served chilled and over ice for a refreshing taste.
- Adjust sweetness by varying the amount of simple syrup added.
- Mineral water adds a crisp fizziness that complements the lime flavor perfectly.
- For an adult version, a splash of white rum can be added.
