Lime Cordial (Lime Oleo + Acid)

Ingredients

• Lime Peels8 each
• Sugar250 grams
• Lime Juice250 ml
• Citric Acid4 grams

Method

1. 1.Peel limes using a Y-peeler, avoiding all white pith.
2. 2.Toss peels with sugar in a bowl and muddle gently to bruise.
3. 3.Cover and let sit 4-8 hours (overnight is ideal) until the sugar draws out the citrus oils — this is the oleo saccharum.
4. 4.Strain out the peels, pressing firmly to extract all the oily syrup.
5. 5.Combine the oleo with fresh lime juice and citric acid. Stir until dissolved.
6. 6.Bottle and refrigerate.

Notes

• This is the proper way to make lime cordial — the oleo saccharum captures the essential oils from the peel, giving you a cordial with far more depth and complexity than lime juice + sugar.
• The citric acid adds brightness and shelf stability. Adjust to taste — more acid for a sharper cordial.
• Lasts 2-3 weeks refrigerated. Essential for Gimlets, frozen cocktails, and anywhere you want lime flavor without the inconsistency of fresh juice.

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