Mocktails
Limeade
Limeade is a non-alcoholic mocktail. It leans citrus. Served in a Highball Glass. Expect roughly 58 kcal (estimated per recipe).
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How hard is it to make?
Why: 4 ingredients, stirred drink, requires bar spoon
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Ingredients
- Juice of 1LimeFruit
- 1 tblspSugarSweetener
- (seltzer water)\nSoda waterMixer
- 1 garnishLime peelGarnish
How to Make It
- In a large glass, put the lime juice and sugar, and stir well.Stirred
- Add cold seltzer water to fill.Fill
- Put the lime peels in the glass.
- Drink.
- Repeat until limes or soda run out.
How to Serve
- Glass
- Highball Glass
- Temperature
- Chilled
- Ice
- Ice
- Method
- Stirred
Taste profile
Primary flavours
Supporting notes
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Estimated sensory profile
- Non-alcoholic
- Bright and citrusy
When to serve
- Low / No AlcoholSuggested from the drink's flavour and serve.
- SummerSuggested from its citrus and sparkling notes.
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Sugar1 tblsp
Soda Water(seltzer water)\n
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About this drink
Limeade belongs to the older family of citrus, sugar and water drinks that also shaped many sours, punches and highballs. In a mocktail context, it matters because it gives alcohol-free drinks the same acidity-and-sweetness backbone used in many cocktails.
Frequently asked questions
- What is a Limeade?
- The Limeade is a non-alcoholic cocktail made with 4 ingredients, traditionally served in a Highball Glass. It is a non-alcoholic drink. A standard serving contains approximately 58 calories.
- What does a Limeade taste like?
- Limeade has a flavour profile featuring Citrus, Sparkling, Sweet. The exact taste varies depending on the brands and measures used.
- What food goes well with a Limeade?
- Limeade pairs well with Salads, Brunch, Light Snacks. The pairing is based on complementary flavour profiles from the recipe's ingredients.
- How strong is a Limeade?
- The Limeade is alcohol-free. This recipe is estimated to contain approximately 58 kcal. Calorie content varies based on the juices, syrups and mixers used.
- When is a Limeade typically served?
- Limeade is often suggested for Low / No Alcohol, Summer, based on its flavour profile and typical serve.
- What drinks are similar to a Limeade?
- If you enjoy Limeade, the "similar flavour profile" suggestions on this page point to other mocktails that share its flavour balance. Many classic cocktails also have non-alcoholic adaptations built around the same balance.
- Can I make a Limeade at home?
- Yes. The Limeade uses 4 ingredients, making it straightforward to prepare at home. You will need a Highball Glass. Use fresh juices and quality syrups for the best result.
- What do the sensory profile dimensions mean?
- Sensory profile dimensions describe key flavour characteristics: Body (light to full), Dryness (sweet to bone dry), Acidity (flat to crisp), Fruitiness (subtle to prominent) and Boldness (delicate to bold). Each scale helps you compare mocktails at a glance and find ones with similar character.
- How do I use sensory profiles to find mocktails I like?
- Compare the Body, Acidity and Fruitiness of Limeade with other mocktails. If you enjoy this drink, look for others with a similar profile. Adjust one dimension at a time to discover new favourites while staying in your flavour comfort zone.