Cocktails with Lime

Discover lime cocktails from crisp Daiquiris to tall, refreshing highballs, compared by base spirit, method and serve.

Collection overview

  • Fresh lime gives the cleanest acidity.
  • Balance lime with sweetness rather than hiding it.
  • Shake citrus drinks firmly with ice.

17 recipes in this collection

Recipes in this collection

  • Daiquiri

    Daiquiri is a classic rum-based cocktail with a citrus profile. This Glugtail reference includes the standard ratio, method and serve.

    rum | shake | Coupe glass

  • Margarita

    Margarita is a classic tequila-based cocktail with a citrus profile. This Glugtail reference includes the standard ratio, method and serve.

    tequila | shake | Coupe glass

  • Mojito

    Mojito is a classic rum-based cocktail with a refreshing profile. This Glugtail reference includes the standard ratio, method and serve.

    rum | muddle | Highball glass

  • Moscow Mule

    Moscow Mule is a classic vodka-based cocktail with a refreshing profile. This Glugtail reference includes the standard ratio, method and serve.

    vodka | build | Copper mug

  • Gimlet

    Gimlet is a classic gin-based cocktail with a citrus profile. This Glugtail reference includes the standard ratio, method and serve.

    gin | shake | Coupe glass

  • Last Word

    Last Word is a classic gin-based cocktail with a citrus profile. This Glugtail reference includes the standard ratio, method and serve.

    gin | shake | Coupe glass

  • Dark ’n’ Stormy

    Dark ’n’ Stormy is a classic rum-based cocktail with a refreshing profile. This Glugtail reference includes the standard ratio, method and serve.

    rum | build | Highball glass

  • Mai Tai

    Mai Tai is a classic rum-based cocktail with a tropical profile. This Glugtail reference includes the standard ratio, method and serve.

    rum | shake | Rocks glass

  • Zombie

    Zombie is a classic rum-based cocktail with a tropical profile. This Glugtail reference includes the standard ratio, method and serve.

    rum | shake | Tiki glass

  • Caipirinha

    Caipirinha is a classic cachaca-based cocktail with a citrus profile. This Glugtail reference includes the standard ratio, method and serve.

    cachaca | muddle | Rocks glass

  • Paloma

    Paloma is a classic tequila-based cocktail with a refreshing profile. This Glugtail reference includes the standard ratio, method and serve.

    tequila | build | Highball glass

  • Cosmopolitan

    Cosmopolitan is a classic vodka-based cocktail with a citrus profile. This Glugtail reference includes the standard ratio, method and serve.

    vodka | shake | Coupe glass

  • Ramos Gin Fizz

    Ramos Gin Fizz is a classic gin-based cocktail with a sweet profile. This Glugtail reference includes the standard ratio, method and serve.

    gin | shake | Collins glass

  • Singapore Sling

    Singapore Sling is a classic gin-based cocktail with a tropical profile. This Glugtail reference includes the standard ratio, method and serve.

    gin | shake | Highball glass

  • Naked and Famous

    Naked and Famous is a classic mezcal-based cocktail with a bitter profile. This Glugtail reference includes the standard ratio, method and serve.

    mezcal | shake | Coupe glass

  • El Diablo

    El Diablo is a classic tequila-based cocktail with a refreshing profile. This Glugtail reference includes the standard ratio, method and serve.

    tequila | build | Highball glass

  • Virgin Mojito

    Virgin Mojito is a classic non-alcoholic-based cocktail with a refreshing profile. This Glugtail reference includes the standard ratio, method and serve.

    non-alcoholic | muddle | Highball glass

How to choose

Choose a Daiquiri or Margarita for a short, focused drink; choose a Mojito or Mule when you want length, carbonation and a slower serve.

Frequently asked questions

Can bottled lime juice work in cocktails?

It works in an emergency, but fresh juice has brighter aroma and more predictable balance.

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