Is there a lime shortage again? ("True Lime" alternative)
Oct 21, 2020, 9:11 am
#31
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Agree wholeheartedly on the benefits & quality of this powdered lime; I use it for home-made SodaStream Seltzer water all the time (although, I believe the cost is $0.10/packet not ¢0.10/packet
).With United, it's best to be prepared, and traveling with some Cholula and True Lime and disinfectant-wipes packets can definitely improve one's experience!
Oct 21, 2020, 9:45 am
#32
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Oct 21, 2020, 10:43 am
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Yes. FWIW, AA never stopped catering limes/lemons in F during the pandemic. You still can’t even get a mixed drink on DL in domestic F. So, UA is squarely in the middle. Frankly, I’m just happy I can get a cocktail in F these days. Many (but not all) United Clubs now have limes/lemons, so you could always ask for a couple to go if you’ve got club access from where you’re departing/connecting.
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Oct 21, 2020, 12:56 pm
#34
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Yes. FWIW, AA never stopped catering limes/lemons in F during the pandemic. You still can’t even get a mixed drink on DL in domestic F. So, UA is squarely in the middle. Frankly, I’m just happy I can get a cocktail in F these days. Many (but not all) United Clubs now have limes/lemons, so you could always ask for a couple to go if you’ve got club access from where you’re departing/connecting.
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Mar 28, 2021, 2:50 pm
#35
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For those that really need limes, I suggest buying packets of True Lime to carry with that are the same size as an individual packet of sugar. I cannot recommend that crystallized lime enough! I actually first tried it on Allegiant and really came around to liking it better than fresh lime (since as many pointed out, the portion of real lime given isn’t nearly enough).
A box of lime packets can easily be found for purchase online at a cost of about 0.10 cents/packet. They are a huge improvement IMO if you really like limes in your drink be it Coke or G&T.
A box of lime packets can easily be found for purchase online at a cost of about 0.10 cents/packet. They are a huge improvement IMO if you really like limes in your drink be it Coke or G&T.
Even in pre-Covid days the UA miniature lime slices were inadequate for a decent cocktail, and as of this week limes are still not catered. Thank you, UVU Wolverine. True Lime is now a travel staple!!
Mar 28, 2021, 4:04 pm
#36
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Bring a fresh lime on board, and ask a FA to cut it for you. Your seat neighbors may also appreciate in indulging the remaining.
Mar 29, 2021, 8:10 am
#37
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Can't thank you enough for this recommendation! I had never heard of this product before, but used it for the first time on flights this past week. Totally appreciated it for my G&T's. Perfect lime flavor, no ingredients other than lime juice, lime oil, and citric acid.
Even in pre-Covid days the UA miniature lime slices were inadequate for a decent cocktail, and as of this week limes are still not catered. Thank you, UVU Wolverine. True Lime is now a travel staple!!
Even in pre-Covid days the UA miniature lime slices were inadequate for a decent cocktail, and as of this week limes are still not catered. Thank you, UVU Wolverine. True Lime is now a travel staple!!
Last edited by Dyce; Mar 29, 2021 at 8:37 am
Mar 29, 2021, 8:27 am
#38
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Another "True Lime" convert here. We added them to our Subscribe and Save with Amazon, and I get a new box delivered about every 4-6 weeks.
In addition to taking them on the road (it does wonders to liven up Tom Yum soup, which is invariably never sour enough for me), we keep pitchers of iced tea and a low-cal lemonade in our fridge constantly...It livens up both! Even my 4-year old daughter is adding them to her water!
In addition to taking them on the road (it does wonders to liven up Tom Yum soup, which is invariably never sour enough for me), we keep pitchers of iced tea and a low-cal lemonade in our fridge constantly...It livens up both! Even my 4-year old daughter is adding them to her water!
Mar 29, 2021, 12:27 pm
#39
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For those that really need limes, I suggest buying packets of True Lime to carry with that are the same size as an individual packet of sugar. I cannot recommend that crystallized lime enough! I actually first tried it on Allegiant and really came around to liking it better than fresh lime (since as many pointed out, the portion of real lime given isn’t nearly enough).
A box of lime packets can easily be found for purchase online at a cost of about 0.10 cents/packet. They are a huge improvement IMO if you really like limes in your drink be it Coke or G&T.
A box of lime packets can easily be found for purchase online at a cost of about 0.10 cents/packet. They are a huge improvement IMO if you really like limes in your drink be it Coke or G&T.