Close up of whole and cut limes on a wooden cutting board next to a knife. - Gretamarie/Getty Images Similar to cutting the ends of a lemon off to make each side nice and flat, do the same with a lime ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." What do a margarita, a Moscow mule, and a gin and tonic have in common? They're all served with lime.

It's easy to think that garnishes just make a cocktail look pretty, but they also affect how a drink smells and tastes. The right garnish can enhance certain ingredients or provide contrast, creating ...

What do a margarita, a Moscow mule, and a gin and tonic have in common? They’re all served with lime. It’s one of the most common garnishes you can find behind any bar, whether you’re at a local dive ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. While there’s no wrong way to use a lime (save for the bottled stuff), the best way will vary depending on how you’re using it.