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ReaLime 100% Lime Juice
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ReaLime 100% Lime Juice

ReaLime
8 foz
Available at Foodtown
0
Calories
0g
Protein
0mg
Sodium
21
Ingredients

What You Should Know

ReaLime 100% Lime Juice (8 fl oz) reads like a small, practical workhorse on the grocery shelf — a compact bottle of reconstituted lime concentrate that promises the bright, acidic lift of fresh limes without the mess of squeezing fruit. You’ll typically find it in the beverage/juice aisle near cocktail mixers and other bottled citrus juices, or in the condiment/marinade section close to bottled lemon juice, Worcestershire, and hot sauces. It’s an easy grab for quick meals, cocktail hours, weekend brunches and last-minute marinades. The brand leans on decades of trust — “Trusted quality since 1934” — positioning itself toward pragmatic shoppers who value consistency over artisanal freshness: home cooks, bartenders mixing at-home cocktails, and budget-minded families. The label plays up a clean, natural angle with a prominent “100% juice” claim and mentions of lime concentrate and lime oil, but it also clearly states “from concentrate” and lists preservatives; there’s no organic badge. In plain terms, the processing context is that this is reconstituted lime juice from concentrate with added preservatives to extend shelf life. Sensory-wise it pours thin and bright, sharper and less aromatic than fresh-squeezed lime, with a consistent tartness and faint citrus oil note from added lime oil; texture is watery, packaging is a small screw-top plastic bottle ideal for squeezing directly into drinks, dressings or recipes. Rituals include topping tacos, brightening salsas, finishing grilled fish, and shaking into margaritas — a convenient staple that stands in for fresh limes when speed, shelf life and consistency matter.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1.0 tsp
Servings per Container: 48
Calories0
% Daily Value*
Total Fat0g0%
Saturated Fat0g0%
Sodium0mg0%
Total Carbohydrate0g0%
Protein0g
* The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Ingredients

Lime, Juice, from, Concentrate, (Water,, Concentrated, Lime, Juice), and, Less, than, 2%, of, Lime, Oil,, Sodium, Benzoate, (Preservative),, Sodium, Metabisulfite, (Preservative)..

Flagged Ingredients:

  • Sodium Benzoate - Synthetic preservative
  • Sodium Metabisulfite - Synthetic preservative
No Preservative

Dietary Labels

This product is vegan, is gluten-free, and is not organic.

Ultra-Processing Assessment

NOVA Score:3 / 4

Processed Food

Why this score?

This is reconstituted juice from concentrate with added preservatives and flavoring (lime oil), so it is an industrially processed product designed for shelf stability rather than a minimally processed whole food, fitting NOVA group 3 (processed foods).

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Common Questions about ReaLime 100% Lime Juice

It really depends on how you define healthy! If you're looking for a low-calorie way to add a zesty kick to your drinks and dishes, ReaLime fits the bill. It’s a great alternative to sugary mixers, but remember, it’s not a substitute for whole fruits, which have fiber and other nutrients.

Perfect For

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