Best 2 Pepper Mint Limeade Recipes

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**Peppermint Limeade: A Refreshing Summer Drink with Variations**

Quench your thirst and revitalize your senses with our collection of zesty peppermint limeade recipes. These vibrant beverages are not only easy to make but also offer a delightful blend of sweet, tangy, and minty flavors. From the classic combination of lime and mint to unique twists like cucumber and strawberry, our recipes cater to diverse preferences. Whether you're hosting a garden party, a poolside gathering, or simply seeking a refreshing treat, our peppermint limeade variations will be the star of the show. Dive into the world of flavors and discover your favorite limeade recipe today!

**Recipes included:**

1. **Classic Peppermint Limeade:** Experience the timeless taste of lime and mint in this refreshing drink.

2. **Cucumber-Mint Limeade:** Add a refreshing twist to your limeade with the addition of crisp cucumber.

3. **Strawberry-Mint Limeade:** Delight in the sweet and tangy harmony of strawberries and mint.

4. **Sparkling Limeade:** Elevate your limeade with the effervescence of sparkling water.

5. **Frozen Limeade Slush:** Cool down on hot summer days with this icy and slushy version of limeade.

6. **Virgin Mojito Limeade:** Enjoy the taste of a mojito without the alcohol, perfect for non-alcoholic gatherings.

7. **Limeade Punch:** Create a festive and flavorful punch by combining limeade with other fruit juices and soda.

8. **Limeade Granita:** Indulge in a frozen treat with this icy limeade granita, perfect for a sweet and tangy dessert.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

LIMEADE AND MINT SODA



Limeade and Mint Soda image

Provided by Valerie Bertinelli

Categories     beverage

Time 35m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 cup sugar
1 cup fresh mint leaves, plus 4 mint sprigs, for serving
2 cups store-bought pure or freshly squeezed lime juice
Sparkling water, for serving
Lime rounds, for serving

Steps:

  • Combine the sugar with 1 cup water in a medium saucepan and bring to a simmer over medium-high heat, stirring until the sugar has dissolved. Turn off the heat and add the mint leaves. Muddle with a muddler or the back of a spoon. Allow to cool completely, about 20 minutes. Strain and discard the mint leaves.
  • Add the lime juice and 4 cups water to a large pitcher. Pour the simple syrup into the limeade. Stir to combine.
  • To serve, pour the limeade into glasses filled with ice. Top with some sparkling water. Garnish each with a lime round and mint sprig.

LIME MINT JELLY



Lime Mint Jelly image

This holly-green jelly won a Best of Show at the county fair and I was so thrilled. Flavored with lime, it's delicious on roasted meats. -Gloria Jarrett, Loveland, Ohio

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 20m

Yield 5 half-pints.

Number Of Ingredients 7

4 cups sugar
1-3/4 cups water
3/4 cup lime juice
3 to 4 drops green food coloring, optional
1 pouch (3 ounces) liquid fruit pectin
3 tablespoons finely chopped fresh mint leaves
1/4 cup grated lime zest

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, combine sugar, water and lime juice; add food coloring if desired. Bring to a rolling boil over high heat, stirring constantly. Stir in pectin, mint and lime zest. Continue to boil 1 minute, stirring constantly. , Remove from heat; skim off foam. Ladle hot mixture into five hot half-pint jars, leaving 1/4-in. headspace. Wipe rims. Center lids on jars; screw on bands until fingertip tight. , Place jars into canner with simmering water, ensuring that they are completely covered with water. Bring to a boil; process for 10 minutes. Remove jars and cool.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 79 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 1mg sodium, Carbohydrate 21g carbohydrate (20g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 0 protein.

Tips:

  • For a refreshing and flavorful limeade, use freshly squeezed lime juice.
  • Add a handful of mint leaves to the limeade for a refreshing twist.
  • If you don't have simple syrup, you can make your own by combining equal parts sugar and water in a saucepan and heating over medium heat until the sugar dissolves.
  • For a sweeter limeade, add more simple syrup to taste.
  • Serve the limeade chilled, over ice, and garnished with a lime wedge and a sprig of mint.

Conclusion:

Peppermint limeade is a refreshing and delicious drink that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make and can be customized to your liking. Whether you like it sweet or tart, with or without mint, peppermint limeade is a surefire hit. So next time you are looking for a refreshing drink, give peppermint limeade a try. You won't be disappointed.

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