When it comes to the perfect garnish for your immaculate® alcohol-free G&T, there are two citrus titans that reign supreme: lemon and lime. Both bring their own personality to the glass - but which one is your go-to? Let’s squeeze out the facts.

Lemon: The Classic Ray of Sunshine

There’s a reason lemon is the go-to garnish for most G&T lovers. With its bright, zesty aroma and sharp, clean acidity, lemon has long been the signature twist for the iconic serve. Lemon’s essential oils - concentrated in the peel - add a fragrant hit of sunshine to each sip. It complements juniper’s piney notes and quinine’s dryness perfectly, creating a beautifully balanced drink.

Fun fact: lemons were once so valuable in Europe that they were prescribed by doctors and prized on long sea voyages to prevent scurvy. Their sunny hue symbolised health, wealth and vitality - not a bad garnish pedigree!

In an immaculate® G&T, a simple wedge of lemon (or a twist of peel) lifts the drink, giving just enough zing to accentuate the flavours, but not so much that it overwhelms. 

Lime: The Zingy Rebel

Lime, on the other hand, brings a slightly sharper, more playful note to a G&T. Its bolder citrus flavour and punchier acidity make it a popular choice for those who want to amp up the refreshment factor. Lime also plays well with the bitterness of quinine and the blend of botanicals - especially in warmer weather.

A lime wedge adds a more modern edge to your drink, often paired with a sunnier vibe. It’s bold, refreshing and shakes up tradition just a little bit.

So, Lemon or Lime?

There’s no wrong answer - just different moods. Lemon brings tradition; lime adds a bit of wild-card energy. Some people even use both in the same glass, embracing that citrus harmony.

Top tip: try both and notice how each one changes the flavour profile ever so slightly for you.  

Whether you’re Team Lemon or Team Lime, the key is to enjoy the ritual. The glass, the pour, the fizz, the slice. It’s all part of the experience.