There are several clear visual distinctions that can help you tell Meyer lemons apart from standard lemons, even without a label. Standard lemons are a brighter, lighter shade of pure...

Standard lemons are a brighter, lighter shade of pure yellow. They are a classic oblong shape with bumps on the end with thick rinds that can produce plenty of lemon zest.

Perhaps the second most known lemon would be the Meyer lemon, which is technically a hybrid fruit and not a "true" lemon. Meyer lemons originated in China, according to NPR, where they were...

Meyer lemons are actually a hybrid, not a true lemon. The Kitchn reports that they are a cross between a lemon and a mandarin orange, and are much sweeter than normal lemons.

So, what's the difference between these two primary lemon types, and why choose one over the other for citrus-based recipes? Sometimes, the choice is limited by geography, but here's a look...