True Lemon There’s Nothing Bitter About This!

 A Tasteful Review and Giveaway!!

   True Lemon not only stands for true taste, but true convenience as well.  These all-natural, delicious-tasting True Lemon products can be used for everything from flavoring water or other beverages to cooking and baking and seasoning.  They come in convenient pre-measured packs which makes storage and carrying some with you a cinch.  Don’t be fooled by the name though, lemon is not the only flavor they make! There is also True Lime, True Orange and True Grapefruit.  Each of these products are made from the real thing, 100% all-natural fruit, no artificial flavoring or additives and no preservatives! 
   Each flavor fruit is taken fresh from the grove, cold-pressed and crystallized to capture the flavor at the peak of its freshness.  Each product literally contains nothing but the fruit from which it came and, depending on the product, a bit of Stevia and/or organic cane juice for a bit of sweetness.  The result is a wonderfully fresh, true citrus taste with little or no calories, no fat and completely gluten-free. Their products are divided into 2 categories, For Cooking, Baking & Beverages and For Your Water. True Citrus was generous enough to send me a box full of their wonderful products including some from each category and of each flavor.



For Cooking, Baking and Beverages
True Lemon 
True Lemon Natural Flavoring Packets
   These little packets of pure, true lemon flavor can be used for cooking, baking and beverages.  Each one has 0 calories, 0 sugars and is unsweetened.  They are perfect for use in hot beverages like tea, to use in recipes in place of lemon juice, in sodas and so much more.  There are some simple conversions on the back of the box which makes measuring a cinch.

   

True Lemon Crystalized Lemon Flavoring
   This seasoning bottle of True Lemon is made from pure, fresh lemons cold-pressed and crystalized with no added  preservatives and is gluten-free.  One bottle is equivalent to 15 lemons.  This crystalized lemon flavoring can be used in baking or cooking where ever fresh lemons or lemon juice is needed, or you can sprinkle it on meat or fish, vegetables and more.




True Lime
True Lime Natural Flavoring Packets
   These little packets of pure, true lime flavor can be used for cooking, baking and beverages. Each one has 0 calories, 0 sugars and is unsweetened. They are perfect for use in hot beverages like tea, to use in recipes in place of lime juice, in sodas and so much more.  There is a chart on the back of the box which makes measurement conversion a cinch.

       

True Lime Crystalized Lime Flavoring
   This seasoning bottle of True Lime is made from pure, fresh limes cold-pressed and crystalized with no added preservatives and is gluten-free. One bottle is equivalent to 15 limes. This crystalized lime flavoring can be used in baking or cooking where ever fresh limes or lime juice is needed, or you can sprinkle it on meat or fish, vegetables and more. It works great in place of salt for seasoning food!



True Orange
True Orange Natural Flavoring Packets
   These little packets of pure, true orange flavor can be used for cooking, baking and beverages. Each one has 0 calories, 0 sugars and is unsweetened. They are perfect for use in hot beverages like tea, to use in recipes in place of orange juice, in sodas and so much more.   On the back side of the box is a chart to help figure out how many packs equals a particular amount.

   

For Your Water
True Lemon for Water
   These little packets of pure, true lemon flavor contain enough mix for an 8 ounce bottle of water. Each one has 0 calories, 0 sugars and is unsweetened. They are perfect for use in hot beverages like tea, to use in recipes in place of orange juice, in sodas and so much more.
True Orange for Water
   These little packets of pure, true orange flavor contain enough mix for an 8 ounce bottle of water. Each one has 0 calories, 0 sugars and is unsweetened. They are perfect for use in hot beverages like tea, to use in recipes in place of orange juice, in sodas and so much more.  Just add a pack to a bottle of water, shake or stir, and you have a delicious citrus flavored water.
True Grapefruit for Water
   These little packets of pure, true grapefruit flavor contain enough mix for an 8 ounce bottle of water. Each one has 0 calories, 0 sugars and is unsweetened. They are perfect for use in hot beverages like tea, to use in recipes in place of lime juice, in sodas and so much more.  All you do is add the packet to your water, shake or stir, and you are good to go!

  

True Lemon Ice Tea Drink
   Made from fresh lemons and premium black tea, these packs contain enough mix to make 12 quarts of lemony ice tea.  Only 5 calories per serving this all natural lemon tea mix with a bit of organic cane juice and pure, all-natural Stevia added for a hint of sweetness.

     

True Lemonade Drink Mix
   Each convenient drink mix pack contains enough crystallized lemon to flavor one 16 ounce bottle of water.  The mix is made from fresh lemons and has a bit of the all-natural sweetener, Stevia, for a touch of sweetness.  Just add a pack to your water, shake or stir, and you are good to go!  Tastes just like fresh-squeezed lemonade!

   

True Raspberry Lemonade Drink Mix
   Comes in convenient-sized packs which provide enough mix for a 16 ounce bottle of water.  It’s the original True Lemon mix with the fresh taste of raspberries and a touch of Stevia for a bit of added sweetness. There is only 1 gram of sugars per pack, 5 calories and 0 grams of fat.

       

My Opinion
   Having used these products both in beverages and food cooking and baking, I can honestly say, I love them!  Not only are they all-natural, but they are extremely easy to use and easy to store!  You don’t have to worry about keeping anything refrigerated after opening, nor worry about it going bad after just a few days like fresh fruit tends to do.  Plus, they all taste great!  Even when you use the products in cooking and baking, it tastes just like your are using fresh-squeezed juice!  I find that I like using True Lemon better than the bottled lemon juices you find at the store.  I also like how it is pre-measured in easy to use packets, and you can easily look on the back of the box to see how many packets to use in order to equal a certain amount.  I definitely recommend all of these products to anyone who enjoys the taste of fresh citrus as flavoring. 
   I have included one of my favorite simple recipes in which I used True Lemon products below.  Keep in mind, you can use the products in any recipe that calls for fresh citrus juice, plus you can find many more delicious recipes on the True Lemon website under the Recipes tab!  And be sure to check out True Lemon on both Facebook and Twitter for more great recipes, ideas for use, coupons and other information!
Shrimp Scampi (serves 4)
Ingredients
3 or 4 garlic cloves
1/4 cup butter
1/4 cup olive oil
1 pound uncooked, peeled and deveined shrimp
8 packets True Lemon for Cooking, Baking & Beverages
1/2 tsp. pepper
1/4 tsp. dried oregano
1/2 cup grated Parmesan Cheese
1/4 cup dried breadcrumbs
1/4 cup fresh minced parsley
Hot, cooked Angel Hair pasta
Directions
In a 10” oven-proof skillet, sauté garlic in the butter and oil for 1 minute
Stir in shrimp, pepper, oregano and True Lemon
Cook and stir for 2 to 3 minutes until shrimp turn pink
Sprinkle with the cheese, breadcrumbs and parsley
Broil 6” from the heat for 2 to 3 minutes or until topping turns golden brown.
Serve with pasta

   True Lemon products can be found in many stores nationwide, and they are also available for purchase through the True Lemon online store.  There is a handy location finder tool on the site you can use to find a store near you. 


   One lucky Bullock’s Buzz fan will have the chance to win their very own True Lemon prize pack!  Just enter the Rafflecopter below, and be sure to do all mandatory entries!   This giveaway begins tonight at 12:01am EST and will end Oct. 24th at 12:01am EST.

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