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Fresh kalamansi is rare in the UK, so bottled kalamansi juice or concentrate from a Filipino grocer or online is the practical route.
Which aisle is kalamansi in?
Mainstream UK supermarkets do not stock kalamansi, fresh or bottled. Filipino grocers keep bottled juice near other citrus products and vinegars.
Where to look, supermarket by supermarket
- Filipino grocers. Bottled juice or concentrate, near vinegars and citrus products.
- Online specialists are often the most reliable source for consistent stock.
Aisle numbers move between branches, so use the section as your guide.
Is kalamansi sold in Tesco?
No, kalamansi is not a mainstream UK supermarket item, fresh or bottled.
What to ask a member of staff
Ask for kalamansi juice or calamansi juice, spelling varies between brands.
Asian supermarkets
A Filipino grocer is the most reliable source for bottled juice, and occasionally stocks fresh fruit in season.
Buying it online
Online is often the easiest route given how rare fresh kalamansi is in the UK.
Storing it
Keep bottled juice in the fridge once opened, where it keeps for a few weeks.
Frequently asked questions
Can I substitute lime for kalamansi?
Yes, a mix of lime and a little orange juice gets reasonably close to the balance of tart and sweet in kalamansi.
Is kalamansi the same as calamansi?
Yes, it is the same fruit, just spelled differently depending on the brand or region.
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- Kalamansi juice. A bottled substitute for fresh kalamansi.
