Traditional Brazilian Lemonade is made with limes (the name for lemons and limes there where limes are more plentiful). As delicious is that is, I've added lemon with the lime for extra robust citrus flavor. You can enjoy without the seltzer but we like the froth that adds. This also makes a nice mixer for adult cocktails.
NOTE: look for fruits with thinner smooth skin that will be less bitter and juicer
⅓cupcondensed milkwe used coconut condensed milk but regular will be fine
⅓cupsugar
2tablespoonshoney
about 2 cups ice water3 if not using seltzer
lime seltzer or plain
Instructions
Wash fruit and cut into small pieces making sure to remove seeds from lemon and white pith in the center.
Combine in blender with milk, sugar and honey. Add the cold water to blend, no more than 30 seconds. Strain out pulp. Add more water if not using seltzer. Taste and add a bit more honey or milk if needed as fruits will vary in juiciness and tartness.
Pour over crushed ice and top with about a cup of seltzer water per serving.
Garnish with slices of lemon and lime.
Serve immediately as mixture will become bitter after sitting due to pith.
Notes
To quickly make crushed ice:Put ice cubes in a heavy zippered bag. Bang with a meat cleaver or can about 30 seconds until crushed!Great with tequila, vodka or rum for refreshing cocktails.