Sunday, August 5, 2012

Mango Limeade

 A few weekends ago I had my family here for a visit and decided to make something special after we ate dinner.  Instead of serving dessert, we enjoyed lively conversations and drinks.  There's nothing better than sipping on a chilled drink on a hot summer night surrounded by loved ones.


Ingredients
1 3/4 cups white sugar
8 cups water
2 cups fresh squeezed lime juice
3 mangoes, peeled and pitted

mangoes, peeled and pitted

puree the mangoes

juice the limes

In a pitcher combine ingredients, stir together until sugar is dissolved.

Serve chilled or on ice.

It also makes an excellent cocktail with the addition of gin.

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47 comments:

  1. AnonymousAugust 5, 2012 at 12:21 AM

    I'll take a glass of the adult version :) Sounds refreshing Brandi, and it looks pretty.

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  2. UnknownAugust 5, 2012 at 1:07 AM

    I'm with Shelly on this one, you have such great ideas and all the necessary kitchen equipment to get the job done. I wouldn't know where to start lol:)

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  3. ArrAugust 5, 2012 at 1:41 AM

    You are the perfect homemaker. I'd love to have a tall glass of this. I'm sure can be punctuated with a splash of "spirits".

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  4. Karen @ Beatrice EuphemieAugust 5, 2012 at 2:45 AM

    This is so pretty to serve! Your guests are very lucky to have you for a hostess. So refreshing on a hot summer day. xx

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  5. cheeky roseAugust 5, 2012 at 5:08 AM

    The adult version sound great, but I would add rum.

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  6. António Je. BatalhaAugust 5, 2012 at 8:17 AM

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  7. Lindsey RallsAugust 5, 2012 at 1:51 PM

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    http://the-dailyme.blogspot.com/2012/07/washi-tape-inspiration-and-giveaway.html

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  8. Simply LKJAugust 5, 2012 at 2:35 PM

    That sounds so refreshing right now! It is soo hot.

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  9. Barbe @ Beez Rental DesignsAugust 5, 2012 at 5:03 PM

    Wow Brandi, what a great idea! This sounds so refreshing and yummy! I've heard gin and rum. Guest I'll have to try both to see which I like better. What . . . doesn't that make sense to you? lol -_^
    Hope you'll share it @ Frugal Treasures Tuesday this week!
    Barbe

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  10. Recipes We LoveAugust 5, 2012 at 5:08 PM

    oh YUM what could be better.. love mango anything

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  11. TamsynAugust 5, 2012 at 9:13 PM

    Yum, that sounds so delicious! Mangoes and Limes are two of my favorite fruits, but I've never thought to combine them together.

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  12. KarenAugust 5, 2012 at 11:55 PM

    Yum, I would like mine with Gin please! I think you need to write a cookbook. That sounds delicious with or without the gin.

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  13. CatAugust 6, 2012 at 6:55 AM

    Sounds like a nice refreshing drink to have during summer:)

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  14. RobAugust 6, 2012 at 7:31 AM

    Oh my, that does sound great! And if you want a south of the border twist on the adult version, you could toss in some tequila and have mango margaritas!

    This beats my mango ice cream both in simplicity and zing!

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  15. SherryAugust 6, 2012 at 9:02 AM

    With all this heat, I can definitely go with a refreshing drink like this!

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  16. UnknownAugust 6, 2012 at 11:51 AM

    That sounds refreshing, I've never had mangos, yes i'm sure i'm the only one that hasn't tried them yet, lol. But maybe be soon :) I love your new blog layout it looks cute!

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  17. DonAugust 6, 2012 at 12:29 PM

    Yes, that looks tasty. Reminds me of something my cousin does when she has parties, cookouts. Except she uses Tequila.

    Gin makes you sin, Brandi. Lol.

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  18. ConnieAugust 6, 2012 at 2:00 PM

    Those look soooooooooooo good! Much more refreshing than a heavy dessert. Oh, and the notebooks that you made for your daughter to take back to school are gorgeous. All of her girlfriends are going to be wanting them, too. You may have started a trend.
    Have a great day. Connie :)

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  19. Yvonne @ StoneGableAugust 6, 2012 at 8:37 PM

    Oh my stars! I hope one of those glasses are mine! What a great combo!

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  20. It's meAugust 7, 2012 at 3:05 AM

    Yammie !! this is delicious !! happy week darling love Ria...xxx...

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  21. Fonda @Southern ScrapsAugust 7, 2012 at 6:15 AM

    Sounds wonderful!

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  22. Rowena @ rolala lovesAugust 7, 2012 at 10:58 AM

    Chilled drinks and lively conversations sounds like a great way to spend time with friends on summer nights. This looks delish and seems pretty simple to make. Thanks for sharing Brandi!

    Rowena @ rolala loves

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  23. TinaAugust 7, 2012 at 2:30 PM

    OH YUM! I will take a tall one (or two or three.....)!

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  24. OliveAugust 7, 2012 at 8:29 PM

    You had me at mango.

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  25. Pinky at Designs by PinkyAugust 7, 2012 at 9:16 PM

    Oh honey, you are speaking my language!!!! I WILL make this and will add some vodka:):) XO, Pinky

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  26. Judy BiggerstaffAugust 7, 2012 at 10:13 PM

    I'll take vodka in mine please. Looks delish.

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  27. KimAugust 8, 2012 at 8:41 AM

    I am SO pinning this! Just one question: who squeezed the limes?? LOL
    xoxo,
    Kim

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  28. K. RockAugust 8, 2012 at 8:43 AM

    This looks ah.mazing. And with Gin? Yes please.

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  29. Simply TasheenaAugust 8, 2012 at 9:07 AM

    This looks so refreshing.

    Mrs. Delightful
    www.ourdelightfulhome.blogspot.com

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  30. ConnieAugust 8, 2012 at 11:31 AM

    Hi Brandi, I am delighted that you like my bedroom re-do. It is always fun to dive into a new project. That door is probably the closest I'll ever get to Paris . . . but at least I can go there anytime I please, just by entering my room and closing the door, LOL. Thank you for your very sweet comment. Have a great day, Connie :)

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  31. TraciAugust 8, 2012 at 1:20 PM

    Pass me a glass!

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  32. MiriamAugust 8, 2012 at 1:23 PM

    Mango is so cooling and that sounds wonderful on this hot summer day :)
    Miriam@Meatless Meals For Meat Eaters

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  33. Liz That Skinny Chick Can BakeAugust 8, 2012 at 4:22 PM

    Oh, I love limeade even more than lemonade...and your tropical twist sounds amazing. And maybe even more amazing as a cocktail :)

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  34. must love junkAugust 8, 2012 at 6:58 PM

    Mmmmm, that's making my mouth water! Thanks for finding me and leaving a sweet comment!
    Susan

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  35. BeccaAugust 8, 2012 at 8:47 PM

    Almost everyday we had a mango shake during summer. Aside that its the season mango and in very cheap price. So we can make many times mango shake.

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  36. Linda@Coastal CharmAugust 8, 2012 at 9:08 PM

    Sounds and looks really GOOD!! Thanks for coming by:)

    Blessings,
    Linda

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  37. Yvonne @ StoneGableAugust 8, 2012 at 9:42 PM

    I'm back for seconds! Slurp! Make mine the adult version!
    Thank you so much for joining TUTORIALS TIPS AND TIDBITS with your summery libation!

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  38. Shannah @ Just Us FourAugust 9, 2012 at 12:25 PM

    Yum! This sounds super delicious and refreshing. Can't wait to give it a try.

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  39. jessica // union shoreAugust 9, 2012 at 8:49 PM

    Thanks so much for stopping by my blog! :)

    This sounds amaizing! I love mango and I could go for an adult version right about now!

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  40. Confessions Of A City GirlAugust 10, 2012 at 1:32 PM

    Oh this sounds so yummy!!!!

    ~Sherine
    Stop by and say HI!
    Confessions Of A City Girl 

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  41. Leslie HarrisAugust 10, 2012 at 8:34 PM

    This recipe look so yummy. Especially the Gin part. Smile. Hey Brandi, thanks for stopping by my blog today. I liked hearing your views on real friendship.
    You've got a great blog, I'll be back.
    Leslie (aka Gwen Moss)

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  42. Decor & HarmonyAugust 10, 2012 at 8:59 PM

    Cheers Brandi! This drink looks so refreshing :)

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  43. Sara SHOEmakerAugust 10, 2012 at 9:06 PM

    thanks for your comment hun! I appreciate it. and wow you made those?? talk about yum-town. great job it looks delish!

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  44. AletaAugust 10, 2012 at 9:23 PM

    Never would have thought to combine mango and lime! But right now, I'd accept a cool drink. Too hot this summer!

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  45. UnknownAugust 11, 2012 at 7:42 AM

    Thanks SO much for stopping by my blog yesterday Brandi and your very sweet comment! :)

    This post is just delicious! :) I've never had these two flavors together but would LOVE to try it!

    xoxo ♥ Shar
    http://sharmartinez.blogspot.com

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  46. AnonymousAugust 11, 2012 at 8:10 AM

    Looks good!…I'd take the "virgin" version. LOL. Thanks for sharing.

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  47. CandaceAugust 11, 2012 at 4:40 PM

    That looks soooo refreshing. I am crazy about mangoes. What a treat for your family, Brandi!

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