I don't have a big sweet tooth and I much prefer savory treats, but this is quite yummy when you are craving something sweet and refreshing ... as long as you're not diabetic. ;)
The Perfect Limeade
2 cups simple syrup (2 cups vegan sugar, 2 cups water)
2 cups fresh squeezed lime juice
1 cup water
1/2 teaspoon salt
This recipe makes a half pitcher. *Just substitute lemon juice for lime juice for the perfect lemonade.
First, make your simple syrup. Pour two cups water and two cups sugar into a saucepan and heat until the sugar is dissolved. Chill in fridge. Pour two cups fresh squeezed lime juice into pitcher. Stir in 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1 cup water. Add 2 cups of the simple syrup once it's chilled and stir well. Add some thin slices of lime to make it look pretty.
Serve over ice.
This also makes a great margarita base; just add tequila and a smidge of orange liqueur to your glass and stir. Mmmm.
