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Cherry limeade
The drive-in classic: lemon-lime soda, fresh lime, and cherry. Kids go crazy for it.
- 5 min active
- Serves 8
- Lemonades & citrus coolers
- Kid-friendly
Instructions
- Build. Fill glasses with ice and add 1 tablespoon each of lime juice and cherry juice.
- Top. Fill with lemon-lime soda.
- Garnish. Add two cherries and a lime slice.
Hosting tip: Crushed or pellet ice makes it taste like the drive-in version.
Make it ahead
Make up to 3 days ahead and refrigerate. Add ice only when serving.
Great for
Serve it at kids' parties and game day. Planning the whole drink table? See how to set up a mocktail bar, and use the party calculator to figure out how much to make.
What you'll need
- 2-gallon drink dispenserHolds a full batch
- Citrus juicerSaves your hands when juicing a dozen lemons
- Mason jar glassesClassic for lemonade
- Reusable strawsWashable and party colors
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Questions
How many lemons or limes do I need?
One lemon gives about 3 tablespoons of juice and one lime about 2 tablespoons. Buy a few extra, since fruit varies.
Can I make it for more people?
Yes. Use the servings button next to the ingredients. Every amount updates automatically, from 1 glass up to 200.
