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The questions independent drinks founders ask most — answered. Distilled from years of community knowledge so the good stuff never disappears in the feed again.
What are the best suppliers for bulk lime juice (100L+)?
Members recommend contacting fresh citrus juice suppliers directly for bulk orders. - **Juiced in Time** (Instagram: @juicedintimefm) — offers freshly squeezed lime juice - **+44 7766 279563** — a Chiswick-based operator who presses lemons and limes; can handle bulk volumes - **Fresh Citrus MCR** (freshcitrusmcr.co.uk) — described as "great" by members for citrus juice supply Members recommend reaching out via the contact details or social channels above to discuss your specific volume requirements (100L+). Direct contact allows for negotiation on pricing and delivery for bulk orders.
What are the best suppliers for sourcing lemon juice in bulk for event activations and cocktail production?
For bulk lemon juice sourcing, members recommend starting with contact at **Funkin**, a major supplier in this space—reach out through your network for introductions. When placing orders, consider your volume needs carefully: **25kg BIBs (bag-in-box)** are praised as a practical middle ground for mid-scale activations, avoiding the commitment of full pallets of 4×200kg drums. Specific suppliers members have used recently: - **Keyme** (keyme.eu) — tested for bulk ingredient supply - **In-house supplier** (contact via community) — can provide lemon juice in 1kg cartons or 10 litre bags; reach out for terms Caveats: Members note that bulk lemon juice sourcing requires advance planning and relationship-building; direct outreach through existing contacts at major suppliers often yields better terms and flexibility than cold approaches.