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Lemon-Lime Soda substitutes

The closest substitute for Lemon-Lime Soda is Lemon Soda, which works and barely changes the drink. A little less lime flavour. Lemonade also works. In a pinch, use Soda Water.

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What to use instead of Lemon-Lime Soda

Substitute

Lemon SodaAlmost the same

A little less lime flavour.

Same amount

LemonadeWorks, tastes different

Use sparkling lemonade: sweeter, with no lime.

Same amount

Soda WaterLast resort

Not sweet: add a little simple syrup and a squeeze of lime.

Same amount

Almost the same: most people won’t notice. Works, tastes different: still a good drink, just a different one. Last resort: better than skipping the drink.

Swap it in your drink

Pick a substitute to see how much to pour in each drink with Lemon-Lime Soda, how strong the drink ends up and when to adjust the sugar.

  • AMF (Adios Motherf*cker)

    60ml (2 oz) Lemon-Lime Soda → 60ml (2 oz) Lemon Soda

    Same strength

  • Dirty Shirley

    120ml (4 oz) Lemon-Lime Soda → 120ml (4 oz) Lemon Soda

    Same strength

  • F*ck It Bucket

    1000ml (33¼ oz) Lemon-Lime Soda → 1000ml (33¼ oz) Lemon Soda

    Same strength

  • Shirley Temple Slush

    650ml (21¾ oz) Lemon-Lime Soda → 650ml (21¾ oz) Lemon Soda

    Same strength

  • Tequila Slammer

    30ml (1 oz) Lemon-Lime Soda → 30ml (1 oz) Lemon Soda

    Same strength

  • White Tea Shot

    Swap the splash Lemon-Lime Soda for Lemon Soda to taste

    Strength varies

How they compare

Lemon-Lime Soda vs Lemonade
PropertyLemon-Lime SodaLemonade
StrengthAlcohol-freeAlcohol-free
Sugar7 g per 100 ml9 g per 100 ml

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Questions about Lemon-Lime Soda substitutes

What is the best substitute for Lemon-Lime Soda?

Lemon Soda is the closest substitute for Lemon-Lime Soda and barely changes the drink. A little less lime flavour. Use the same amount.

What can I use instead of Lemon-Lime Soda in an AMF (Adios Motherf*cker)?

Lemon Soda: swap 60ml (2 oz) of Lemon-Lime Soda for 60ml (2 oz) of Lemon Soda.

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