Fruit

Key Lime

About This Entry

Key lime is the aromatic Florida citrus behind pie and ceviche with sharper perfume than Persian lime — its intense acidity pairs with tropical whites, rum cocktails, and crisp Sauvignon Blanc.

Wine Pairing Explanation

Primary wine styles

At a Glance

Group

Citrus

Classification

Fruits

Usage intensity

accent

Scientific name

Citrus aurantiifolia

Scientific Classification

Display name
Key Lime
Classification
Fruits
Group
Citrus
Scientific name
Citrus aurantiifolia

Taxonomy

Usage intensity
accent

Pairing guidance is based on general culinary principles and may vary by preparation and preference.