Description
So this isn’t actually lemonade and it doesn’t actually come from Switzerland! Brazilian Lemonade (or Limonada Suíça as it’s called in Brazil) is this unbelievably refreshing drink made with limes (not lemons), condensed milk, and sugar. I know what you’re thinking – milk and citrus?! Trust me, it works. The condensed milk makes it creamy without curdling, and it’s basically the most refreshing thing you’ll ever drink on a hot day. It’s super popular in Brazil, and once you try it, you’ll understand why everyone’s obsessed with it.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 Persian limes (or 6 Key limes if you can find them) – pick ones that feel heavy for their size
- 1/2 cup sweetened condensed milk (about half a 14 oz can)
- 4 cups cold water, divided
- 1/3 cup sugar (adjust to taste – some limes are more bitter than others)
- Handful of ice cubes
- Tiny bit of lime zest for garnish (optional but pretty)
- Mint sprigs for garnish (also optional but makes you look fancy)