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    In the Kitch » Recipes » Drinks

    Updated: May 23, 2024 · Published: Jul 1, 2020 by Joss Dyckson · This post may contain affiliate links ·

    Brazilian Lemonade (Limonada Suíça)

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    Brazilian lemonade in glasses with lime wedges and straws and text overlay that says 'Limonada Suica'.
    Brazilian lemonade in glasses with lime wedges and text overlay that says 'Brazilian Lemonade'.

    Cool, sweet, and refreshing, Brazilian lemonade aka Limonada Suíça is a tropical-inspired treat that'll make you feel like you're on a hot and sunny vacation.

    Condensed milk might not seem like your typical lemonade ingredient, but it adds a sweetness and creaminess that makes this a lemonade recipe like no other. And the limes round out the flavor profile with a tangy, refreshing kick.

    Brazilian lemonade in glass jars with lime wedges and paper straws.

    This so-called "lemonade" is actually made with limes, which offer a tropical twist to the classic lemonade recipe.

    Whether you're hosting a backyard party, a family get-together, a neighborhood barbecue, or a weekend camping trip, this tangy, refreshing beverage is the perfect complement to your outdoor activities. I love serving it with these grilled shrimp and pineapple skewers.

    It's a simple drink you can make in just a few minutes. Of course, this drink isn't just for summertime; you can whip up a batch of Brazilian lemonade any time you feel like having a taste of the tropics.

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    • Ingredients
    • How to Make it
    • Joss' Tips
    • Brazilian Lemonade (Limonada Suíça) FAQs
    • More Chilled Beverages to Try
    • 📋Recipe

    Ingredients

    Brazilian lemonade (limonada suica) ingredients prepped and labeled.
    • fresh limes - Ripe limes will be slightly soft to the touch, on the heavy side and a nice, bright green color.
    • water - I like to chill it ahead of time to help keep the drink cold for serving.
    • sweetened condensed milk - You will find this in a can, usually in the baking aisle or coffee aisle (by the powdered milk) in the grocery store. It's sweet, thick and creamy.
    • sugar - Granulated white sugar is what I use in this recipe.
    • ice cubes - To keep the drink nice and chilled.

    *Check recipe card for ingredient amounts.

    Chef's Note: Make sure you've got lots of ice and extra limes on hand for serving; the ice cubes and cut limes in the pitcher or glass makes the drink more chilled and refreshing on a hot summer day. You could even garnish the drink with a candied lime; it looks amazing.

    How to Make it

    Lime wedges on black cutting board.

    Step 1. Cut the limes. Wash the limes, cut off the tops and bottoms and slice each lime into 8 wedges.

    Woman's hands cutting pith off of lime wedges.

    Step 2. Remove pith. Remove the white pith from the lime wedges with a small knife.

    Lime wedges with pith removed in a row on black board.

    Chef's Note: You want to remove as much of the pith as you can (the white part of the lime) because that part of the lime is very bitter and can transfer to the drink. Some limes have more pith than others.

    Brazilian lemonade in blender.

    Step 3. Blend. Add the lime wedges, water, sugar and sweet condensed milk to a blender and pulse for a few seconds.

    Brazilian lemonade getting strained into glass.

    Step 4. Strain. Strain the liquid through a fine-mesh strainer, pressing on the pulp to extract all of the juice. You don’t want to leave any of the lime bits in your drink.

    Brazilian lemonade in glass jars with lime wedges and paper straws, limes in a bowl on the side.

    Step 5. Serve. Serve your Limonada Suíça immediately with a lot of ice and more lime wedges! You can also add extra sweetened condensed milk to taste, if needed.

    Joss' Tips

    Strainer with lime pieces over top of glass with Brazilian lemonade.
    • You don't want to blend the Brazilian lemonade so much that the limes are in tiny pieces. This is why you only want to pulse for a few seconds (see size of lime chunks in picture above). The first time I made this drink, I pulverized the limes and this imparted a very bitter flavor to the drink. It shouldn't taste super bitter, just sweet, creamy and citrusy with a touch of bitterness.
    • If you want to make your Limonada Suíça even more festive, try serving it in individual glasses with a slice of lime and sugar on the rim. I have a recipe for lime sugar rim here.
    • For outdoor entertaining, chill the glasses in the fridge before serving--it'll keep your drinks cold for a longer amount of time.
    • It should be served immediately because it will start to separate a day later and it becomes a tad more bitter, in my experience.

    Brazilian Lemonade (Limonada Suíça) FAQs

    What is Brazilian lemonade?

    It's a Brazilian-style, creamy lemonade that is actually made out of limes, including the peel.

    What else is Brazilian lemonade called?

    It is also called limonada suíça (in Portuguese) or Swiss lemonade. Although it is a Brazilian drink, the name 'Swiss Lemonade' apparently comes from one of the main ingredients: sweetened condensed milk. The label on the can had a picture of a Swiss milkmaid on it.

    Can you add alcohol?

    Absolutely. I suggest white rum or vodka if you want to turn this drink into a cocktail. A coconut flavored rum steps it up a notch!

    Brazilian lemonade in glass jars with lime wedges and paper straws, limes in a bowl on the side.

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    📋Recipe

    Brazilian lemonade in glasses with straws and lime wedges.

    Brazilian Lemonade (Limonada Suíça)

    Joss Dyckson
    Cool, sweet, and refreshing, Brazilian lemonade (Limonada Suíça) is a tropical-inspired treat that'll make you feel like you're on a hot and sunny vacation.
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    Prep Time 10 minutes mins
    Total Time 10 minutes mins
    Course Drinks
    Cuisine Brazilian
    Servings 4
    Calories 168 kcal

    Ingredients
     
     

    • 2 limes
    • 3 cups water
    • ½ cup sugar
    • ¼ cup sweetened condensed milk
    • ice cubes

    Instructions
     

    • Wash the limes, cut off the tops and bottoms and slice each lime into 8 wedges. Remove the white pith.
    • Add the lime wedges, water, sugar and sweet condensed milk to a blender and pulse for just a few seconds.
    • Strain the liquid through a fine-mesh strainer, pressing on the pulp to extract all of the juice. You don’t want to leave any of the lime bits in your drink.
    • Serve immediately with a lot of ice and more lime wedges! You can also add extra sweetened condensed milk to taste, if needed.

    Equipment

    • Blender
    • Fine mesh strainer

    Notes

    • Keep extra limes and ice on hand. Make sure you've got lots of ice and extra limes on hand for serving; the ice cubes and cut limes in the pitcher or glass makes the drink more chilled and refreshing on a hot summer day. You could even garnish the drink with a candied lime; it looks amazing.
    • Bitterness tip: You don't want to blend the drink so much that the limes are in tiny pieces. This is why you only want to pulse for a few seconds. It shouldn't taste super bitter, just sweet, creamy and citrusy with a touch of bitterness. 
    • Serve immediately: It should be served immediately because it will start to separate a day later and it becomes a tad more bitter, in my experience.
    • Chill the glasses: For outdoor entertaining, chill the glasses in the fridge before serving--it'll keep your drinks cold for a longer amount of time.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 168kcalCarbohydrates: 39gProtein: 2gFat: 2gSaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 7mgSodium: 34mgPotassium: 105mgFiber: 1gSugar: 36gVitamin A: 68IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 71mgIron: 1mg

    Nutrition information on In the Kitch is provided as a courtesy and is an estimate only. It may not include toppings and/or sauces.

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    1. Linda Zwerling says

      July 24, 2020 at 5:52 am

      The Brazilian Lemonade can be made into an adult version by adding some Alcohol of sorts ( of your choosing )
      & blended up with all the other ingredients. Now that would make me a happy girl!!!

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      • Joss D says

        July 24, 2020 at 9:26 am

        That would make me a happy girl as well Linda! 😀 Coconut rum tastes great in it!

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