Meyer lemons are a cross between a mandarin orange and a lemon, which makes them smaller, juicier and sweeter than regular lemons. Instead of being bright yellow, their flesh is a golden color and they produce more juice, too. Meyer lemons also tend to be more round than regular lemons, which are more oval-shaped.

What Do Meyer Lemons Taste Like?

What makes Meyer lemons so unique is they’re more sweet than tart. They have a tangerine-like flavor and lack the acidity and puckery finish of a regular lemon.  The skin and flesh have an almost herbal aroma, and you don’t need to worry about removing the peels before slicing them; because those thin skins are also edible.

How to Store Meyer Lemons

Just like any other kind of lemon, you’ll want to store your Meyer lemons in the refrigerator. They’ll last for much longer (up to a week) as compared to letting them sit on the kitchen counter. You can keep them in the crisper drawer, on a shelf, or in an airtight container to make them last for as long as possible.

However, if you plan to juice your Meyer lemon, take it out of the refrigerator and let it get to room temperature before you start. Or, you could even toss the whole lemon in the microwave for 10 to 20 seconds to loosen up the membranes in the fruit, which will result in more juice.