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A glass of Venezuelan papelon con limon with ice, lime, and a piece of panela.

Venezuelan Papelon con Limon

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A refreshing Venezuelan limeade sweetened with earthy unrefined panela.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Cooling 30 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 6 drinks
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: Venezuelan
Calories: 160
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
 
 

Panela Syrup
  • 8 oz panela or papelon chopped
  • 2 cups water
Finish the Drink
  • 4 cups cold water
  • 1 cup fresh lime juice
  • 3 cups ice cubes for serving
  • 1 whole lime thinly sliced, optional

Equipment

  • Medium saucepan
  • Fine-mesh sieve
  • Citrus juicer
  • Glass pitcher
  • Wooden spoon

Method
 

Dissolve:
  1. Combine the panela and 2 cups water in a saucepan. Warm over medium heat for about 5 minutes, stirring until fully dissolved.
  2. Strain into a pitcher if the panela contains sediment and cool for 30 minutes.
Mix:
  1. Stir the cold water and lime juice into the cooled panela syrup. Taste and add a little more water or lime if needed.
  2. Chill until ready to serve.
Serve:
  1. Fill six glasses with ice and pour in the papelon con limon.
  2. Add one lime slice per glass if desired and serve immediately.

Nutrition

Calories: 160kcalCarbohydrates: 42gSodium: 15mgSugar: 39g

Notes

  • Panela sweetness varies; dilute with extra cold water to taste.
  • Add lime only after the syrup cools to preserve its fresh flavor.