Add the simple syrup, lime juice, lime zest, and cold water to a large pitcher and stir to combine.
Right before serving, stir in the ice cubes and the sliced lime.
Serve each glass garnished with fresh mint.
Faith's Tips
Storage: Store fresh Limeade in a glass pitcher in the fridge for up to 3 days. Wait to add the ice cubes until right before serving because they will water down the drink.
Simple Syrup: Simple syrup is just equal parts sugar and water that are heated to dissolve the sugar.
Nutrition
Nutrition Facts
Limeade
Amount Per Serving (1 cup)
Calories 242Calories from Fat 9
% Daily Value*
Fat 1g2%
Saturated Fat 1g6%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1g
Monounsaturated Fat 1g
Sodium 62mg3%
Potassium 124mg4%
Carbohydrates 67g22%
Fiber 1g4%
Sugar 63g70%
Protein 1g2%
Vitamin A 31IU1%
Vitamin C 18mg22%
Calcium 27mg3%
Iron 3mg17%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.