Finger Limes

Commodity Overview

Originally from Australia, these are grown in California and available July through December. The flavor resembles lemons, limes or grapefruit, and juice bursts from the citrus pearls when bitten into or cut in half and squeezed. The color of the rind and the interior pearls varies as the season progresses. Consumers should choose slightly firm fruit and store in refrigeration for up to 3 weeks.

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Characteristics

Commodity: Specialty Citrus
Category: Citrus
Appearance: Small, oblong fruit with dark green to yellow-green skin
Flesh: "Pearls" that burst when fruit is bitten or cut in half and squeezed; sometimes called citrus caviar
Flavor: Resembles lemons, limes or grapefruit
Size: The average finger lime is 2-3 inches long
Color: Dark green to yellow-green, varying throughout the season
Shape: Oblong
Served Raw: Yes
Availability: July-December

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Bruces Best Inc

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Business Type:

Wholesaler

Location HQ:

Forest Park, 30297 Georgia

Berries:

Blackberries, Blueberries, Cranberries, Raspberries, Strawberries, Specialty Berries

Citrus:

Grapefruit, Lemons, Limes, Oranges

Global Frutta LLC

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Business Type:

Wholesaler

Location HQ:

Miami, 33131 Florida

Citrus:

Melogold, Oro Blanco, Pummelo, Pink Grapefruit, Cocktail Grapefruit, Ruby Red Grapefruit, White Grapefruit, Eureka/Lisbon Lemons, Meyer Lemons, Seedless Lemons