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Lime Wash (Guyanese)

guyananese-limewashGuyana Lime Wash is basically a lime-ade with a touch of vanilla. It is a refreshing drink that is loved in Guyana. A perfect way to quench your thirst on a hot tropical summer day. This recipe makes about 8 cups or a pitcher full you can easily adjust amounts to your taste.

8 cups water
12 limes or 24 key limes
1 lemon
¼-½ cup sugar, brown sugar or raw sugar
1 tsp. pure vanilla extract

Fill a pitcher with 8 cups cold water.

Squeeze juice out limes and lemon into a measuring cup. Remove seeds and add juice to water. Add sugar and stir until it dissolves. Add vanilla and stir.

Slice any leftover limes or lemon and place in pitcher.

Refrigerate until chilled.

Serve over ice and garnish with a lime wedge.

Makes 8 cups.