Acerola Cherry Lemonade
A bright and refreshing tropical lemonade made with tangy acerola cherries, fresh lemon juice and a touch of honey.
Acerola cherry lemonade is a refreshing tropical drink that balances the naturally tart flavor of acerola with fresh lemon juice and gentle sweetness. Also known as Barbados cherry or West Indian cherry, acerola gives this lemonade a vibrant fruity character that makes it ideal for hot afternoons, brunches or summer gatherings. For the best flavor, use ripe red acerola cherries and strain the blended mixture to remove seeds and excess pulp. Adjust the honey according to the natural sweetness of the fruit and serve the lemonade well chilled over ice.
Ingredients
- 2 cups Fresh Acerola Cherries
- 0.5 cups Fresh Lemon Juice
- 3 cups Cold Water
- 3 tablespoons Honey
- 2 cups Ice Cubes
Nutrition per Serving
Instructions
Wash the acerola cherries thoroughly and remove any stems.
⏱️ 3 minutes
Blend the acerola cherries with 1 cup of cold water until the fruit is broken down.
⏱️ 2 minutes
Strain the blended acerola mixture through a fine sieve to remove the seeds and coarse pulp.
⏱️ 3 minutes
Combine the strained acerola juice, lemon juice, remaining cold water and honey in a pitcher.
⏱️ 2 minutes
Stir until the honey is completely dissolved and taste, adding more sweetener if desired.
⏱️ 2 minutes
Pour the lemonade over ice and serve immediately.
⏱️ 1 minutes