Classic Lemonade (with peel)

Limonada clásica (con cáscara)

Delicious, tart lime agua fresca. Whole limes are blended with water then strained which gives the drink a pronounced lime taste with a very distinctive slightly bitter flavor.

This method of preparation is common in Mexico. Prep time is only 10 minutes.

How to Make

You will need 4- 6 limes + 2 more if you want to serve drinks with lime slices, 6 cups of water, ¼ cup sugar and ice.

Cut off both ends of the limes then cut into quarters and remove the seeds.

Blend the limes with approximately 3 cups of water, and set it aside (save the remaining 3 cups of water for later) and sugar for 30 seconds.

Strain the lime water into a pitcher.

Serve and enjoy!

Prep Time: 10 minutes minutes

Total Time: 10 minutes minutes

Servings: 4 glasses

Notes:

The lime zest gives the drink a tarter more pronounced lime flavor and slightly bitter flavor. Add more sugar if you prefer.

*Mint optional.