Ingredients
- 1 cup fresh lime juice (from about 6-8 limes)
- 1 (13.5 oz) can full-fat coconut milk or coconut cream
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar, or to taste (can substitute with agave or simple syrup)
- 2 cups cold water
- 3-4 cups ice cubes, plus more for serving
- Lime slices and shredded coconut for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Begin by squeezing your fresh limes to yield approximately 1 cup of juice. Strain the juice through a fine-mesh sieve to remove any pulp or seeds, ensuring a smooth texture for your limeade.
- In a powerful blender, combine the strained fresh lime juice, the full-fat coconut milk (or coconut cream for a richer drink), granulated sugar, and cold water.
- Add 3-4 cups of ice cubes to the blender. Secure the lid and blend on a low speed initially, gradually increasing to high until the mixture is completely smooth, creamy, and frothy. Ensure all the ice is thoroughly crushed and integrated.
- Carefully taste the Colombian Coconut Limeade. Adjust the sweetness or tartness to your preference by adding more sugar for sweetness or a small splash more lime juice for extra zest.
- Pour the luscious, creamy limeade into chilled glasses filled with fresh ice. For an extra touch of elegance and flavor, garnish each serving with a fresh lime slice or a sprinkle of shredded coconut, if desired.
- Serve your delightful Dreamy Velvet Colombian Coconut Limeade immediately and savor the refreshing tropical flavors!
Notes
For an even richer and thicker texture, opt for full-fat coconut cream instead of coconut milk. The sweetness level is entirely customizable; start with less sugar and add more until it perfectly suits your palate. This limeade is best enjoyed fresh; if preparing ahead, store it refrigerated and blend with fresh ice just before serving to maintain its optimal creamy consistency. Consider adding a few fresh mint leaves to the blender for an invigorating twist.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Colombian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 20mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
