Lime Juice

Description:

Lime juice is one of the main sources of acidity behind the bar. Fresh juice gives a sharp, green, slightly floral sourness that feels noticeably different from lemon. In cocktails, juice defines the acidic and fruity outline. The fresher it is, the brighter the aroma; old juice turns flat, bitter, or cooked. For practice, taste the juice on its own before mixing; it makes it easier to understand how much sweetness or acidity the recipe will need.