🇧🇸 Bahamian Cuisine

Switcha

Bahamian Limeade

Prep Time 10 min
Servings 4
Difficulty Easy

A tart, refreshing limeade made from native key limes sweetened with sugar. The classic Bahamian thirst quencher.

Ingredients

Instructions

  1. 1 Squeeze key limes to extract juice. Strain out seeds.
  2. 2 Dissolve sugar in 1 cup of warm water, stirring until clear.
  3. 3 Combine lime juice, sugar water, and remaining cold water in a pitcher.
  4. 4 Stir well. Taste and adjust sweetness.
  5. 5 Serve over ice in tall glasses.

Did You Know?

Switcha is often spiked with gin or rum for an adult version at Bahamian beach bars.