Lime Basil  is a great herb!  It has a distinct citrus scent and flavor that lends itself to fish or chicken dishes.  Try it in Thai dishes if you do not have lemongrass or Kaffir lime available.

It can be added to vinegars, salad dressings, fruit salsas or chutneys.  We love it just chopped and added to a fruit salad or on top of sliced fruit (wonderful on figs!).

Try adding it to your tea, or making a tea of just lime basil.  If you imbibe try our “Umpqua Gin and Tonics”!  Just muddle some fresh lime basil in gin, strain (if desired) and use for your gin and tonic.  The gin and basil can be stored in the freezer so you can enjoy your Umpqua G&T far after the lime basil is no longer available!