Lime Cordial
Lime cordial Ā· 8.5 or 16.5 fl oz Ā· Alcohol free
Fresh lime juice, zest, pulp and leaves. Tart, bright and the cleanest way to a better gimlet.
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Tasting notes
Nose: Fresh lime zest and lime leaf.
Palate: Tart, juicy lime balanced with cane sugar.
Finish: Bright, clean and mouthwatering.
Ingredients and nutrition
Ingredients: Water, Cane Sugar, Lime, Lime Leaf.
Nutrition: 35 calories, 8g sugar and 0mg sodium per 1 Tbsp serving. About 17 servings in 8.5 oz and 33 in 16.5 oz.
Refrigerate after opening. Best within 30 days.
How to use it
Use about 3/4 oz in a gimlet, daiquiri or margarita. Stir into club soda or coconut water for a spirit free spritz.
Shipping and returns
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We're unable to accept returns on beverage purchases but if an order arrives damaged, we'll make it right! Simply send us a photo of the damaged product and packaging within 30 days of delivery so we can file a claim with the carrier and send a replacement.
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Our Good Food Award-winning Lime Cordial is anything but basic. Made with fresh lime leaves, zest, juice, and pulp, it is tart, bright, and full of flavor with no artificial colors, flavors, or preservatives. Frequently chosen as a cleaner, natural replacement for Roseās Lime Juice, this product deserves a spot on your home bar cart.
How to Mix:
- A natural fit for daiquiris, gimlets, and margaritas
- Refreshing in-spirit free drinks with soda, coconut water, or NA spirits
- Stir into soda for a quick lime spritz
- Mix 1:1 with powdered sugar for a glaze on pound cake or shortbread
Why Youāll Love It:
ā¢ Made with real lime juice, zest, pulp, and leaves
ā¢ No artificial flavors, colors, or preservatives
ā¢ Alcohol-free and spirit-optional
ā¢ Woman-owned and made in New Orleans
ā¢ Winner: Good Food Award
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the ingredients in lime cordial?Ā Ā
Lime cordial is made from lime juice, zest, pulp, and leaves. Our version uses fresh limes with no artificial flavors, colors, or preservatives.
How to pronounce "lime cordial"?
It is pronounced "lime-COR-dee-uhl."
What is lime cordial used for?Ā Ā
Lime cordial is used in cocktails like margaritas, gimlets, and daiquiris. It also works in soda spritzers, desserts, and spirit-free recipes.
How to make lime cordial?Ā Ā
Traditional lime cordial is made by combining lime juice, zest, sugar, and water, then simmering until flavors meld. Our recipe adds lime leaves for a subtle but distinct flavor.
What is the history of lime cordial?Ā Ā
Lime cordial originated in the 19th century as a preserved lime mixer. It became popular in cocktails and remains a staple in bars worldwide.
Are lime juice and lime cordial the same?Ā Ā
No. Lime juice is fresh-squeezed citrus, while lime cordial is a sweetened, preserved syrup made with lime juice, zest, and sugar.
What is lime cordial called in America?Ā Ā
In the US, lime cordial is often referred to as lime syrup. The most common grocery store brand is Roseās Lime Juice. Ours is a natural alternative made with real ingredients.
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A Quick Note on Sustainability:
Here in New Orleans, we live on the front lines of climate change. We hand-dip each bottle in wax to avoid adding single use plastic seals to landfills. We use glass packaging and print our labels on recycled kraft paper for maximum sustainability. The apothecary look and feel of our packaging is as intentional as it is beautiful. Weāre here to make delicious drinks and help keep Louisiana on the map, literally. [Read more about how we keep it clean and green.]
What is Lime Cordial?
A cordial is a sweetened, concentrated syrup made to flavor a drink. Lime cordial is the backbone of a proper gimlet.
Ours is made with real lime juice, zest, pulp and lime leaves. No artificial colors, flavors or preservatives. It is a natural swap for the neon green bottle you grew up with, and it won a Good Food Award.
Tasting notes
Nose
Fresh lime zest and lime leaf.
Palate
Tart, juicy lime balanced with cane sugar.
Finish
Bright, clean and mouthwatering.
Ways to use it
- Gimlets, daiquiris and margaritas.
- Mojitos and tequila or mezcal sours.
- A splash in a gin and tonic.
- Mix 1:1 with powdered sugar for a glaze on pound cake or shortbread.
- Whisk into vinaigrettes and marinades.
- Drizzle over fruit salad.
- Stir into club soda for a quick lime spritz.
- Mix with coconut water over ice.
- Use with alcohol free spirits for a spirit free gimlet.
Cocktails and drinks made with it
Ingredients and nutrition
Ingredients
Water, Sugar, Lime, Lime Leaf.
Size
8.5 or 16.5 fl oz
- Alcohol free
- No artificial anything
- Made in New Orleans
- Refrigerate after opening
Nutrition facts
| Serving size | 1 Tbsp (15 mL) |
| Servings per bottle | 17 (8.5 oz) or 33 (16.5 oz) |
| Calories | 35 |
| Total fat | 0g |
| Sodium | 0mg |
| Total carbohydrate | 9g |
| Total sugars | 8g (8g added) |
| Protein | 0g |
Why you will love it
- Made with real lime juice, zest, pulp and leaves
- No artificial flavors, colors or preservatives
- Alcohol free and spirit optional
- Woman owned and made in New Orleans
- Winner: Good Food Award
Lime Cordial vs our other bright and citrus syrups
| Lime Cordial | Falernum | Tonic Syrup | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flavor | Tart lime juice, zest and lime leaf | Lime, ginger and almond | Cinchona bark, citrus, ginger |
| Best in | Gimlet, margarita, daiquiri | Mai Tai, swizzles, tiki | Gin and tonic, vodka tonic |
| Price | From $14.99 | From $14.99 | From $14.99 |
| You are here | Shop Falernum | Shop Tonic Syrup |
Questions about Lime Cordial
What is lime cordial?
A sweetened lime syrup made for drinks. It brings both the sour and the sweet, so a gimlet only needs gin and our cordial.
Can I use it instead of fresh lime juice?
In many drinks, yes. It adds lime flavor and sweetness at once. For a tart margarita, use it alongside fresh juice.
Is it alcohol free?
Yes. Our syrups and cordials are alcohol free, so they work in cocktails and spirit free drinks alike.
How many servings are in a bottle?
About 17 one tablespoon servings in the 8.5 oz bottle and 33 in the 16.5 oz.
How should I store it?
Refrigerate after opening. Best within 30 days.
Make it a gift
Building a gift for the margarita lover in your life? Pair Lime Cordial with a build your own syrups set, or send a craft cocktail gift box.
