Venezuelan Papelon con Limon
A refreshing Venezuelan limeade sweetened with earthy unrefined panela.
Equipment
- Medium saucepan
- Fine-mesh sieve
- Citrus juicer
- Glass pitcher
- Wooden spoon
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
Instructions
Dissolve:
- Combine the panela and 2 cups water in a saucepan. Warm over medium heat for about 5 minutes, stirring until fully dissolved.
- Strain into a pitcher if the panela contains sediment and cool for 30 minutes.
Mix:
- Stir the cold water and lime juice into the cooled panela syrup. Taste and add a little more water or lime if needed.
- Chill until ready to serve.
Serve:
- Fill six glasses with ice and pour in the papelon con limon.
- Add one lime slice per glass if desired and serve immediately.
Notes
- Panela sweetness varies; dilute with extra cold water to taste.
- Add lime only after the syrup cools to preserve its fresh flavor.
Nutrition
Calories: 160kcalCarbohydrates: 42gSodium: 15mgSugar: 39g