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Rangpur Lime

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The Rangpur lime, scientifically known as Citrus limonia, is a citrus hybrid originating in South Asia, specifically named after the Rangpur region of Bangladesh. Despite its common name, it is actually a cross between a mandarin and a citron, featuring a bright orange to reddish rind that peels easily like a tangerine. Its highly acidic, tart juice is frequently utilized as a souring agent in culinary applications, and the plant is widely employed as a disease-resistant rootstock for other citrus varieties.

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Is Rangpur lime actually a lime?

Despite its name, Rangpur lime is a citrus hybrid commonly described as a cross involving mandarin and citron rather than the familiar green lime species. Its orange to reddish rind is another clue that it is botanically different from Persian lime.

What does Rangpur lime taste like?

The fruit is strongly acidic and can be used like a sour citrus in drinks, preserves, marinades, and cooking. Its juice has a mandarin-like aroma but enough sharpness to substitute for lime or lemon in some recipes.

Where did Rangpur lime originate?

The cultivar is associated with South Asia and takes its common name from Rangpur in Bangladesh, although horticultural references also discuss its history in India. It is commonly listed under Citrus limonia or Citrus x limonia depending on the taxonomic treatment.

Why is Rangpur lime used in cocktails?

Its aromatic mandarin character and high acidity give drinks a distinctive citrus flavor that is different from ordinary lime. Tanqueray has also used Rangpur lime as a named flavor in its gin, which helped make the fruit more familiar to cocktail drinkers.

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