Alcoholic Beverage | None

Lime Flavored Liqueur

N/A Allergen-Free
Lime Flavored Liqueur

Sourcing & Taxonomy

  • Family N/A
  • Primary Cuisine Global (especially Latin American inspired cocktails)
  • Seasonality Year-Round
  • Source Grapes/Grain (base spirit), Lime, Sugar

The Forktionary Angle

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Definition

An alcoholic spirit sweetened and flavored with lime, used in cocktails or as a dessert flavoring.

Sensory Profile

TasteSweet, Tart, Citrusy, Bitter (slight), Alcoholic
TextureViscous, Smooth
AromaZesty, Aromatic, Citrus, Sweet
AcidityMedium

Technical Metrics

Nutrition Facts

Per 30ml (1 fl oz)
Calories250 kcal
Total Fat0 g
Saturated Fat0 g
Trans Fat0 g
Cholesterol0 mg
Protein0 g
Total Carbohydrate30 g
Dietary Fiber0 g
Total Sugars30 g
Calcium0 mg
Iron0 mg
Potassium0 mg

Chef’s Secret

A dash can elevate fruit desserts or glazes, adding a zesty kick without overt alcohol flavor when cooked down.

Substitutions

Best Match

Triple Sec

1:1

Orange-flavored, but provides similar sweetness and citrus notes in cocktails.

Fresh Lime Juice + Simple Syrup + Vodka

To taste

For non-alcoholic use or to control sweetness and alcohol content.

Cointreau

1:1

Higher quality orange liqueur, more refined flavor.

Midori (Melon Liqueur)

1:1

For a different fruit profile, similar sweetness and liqueur properties.

Buying Guide

Consider the brand and intended use; higher quality liqueurs often have more natural flavors.

Flavor Pairings

Tequila rum gin sparkling water mint other citrus.