The truth is that the best way to store limes depends on how soon you plan to use them. While limes taste the most vibrant at room temperature, storing at room temperature isn't always the best long-term storage strategy. How To Choose the Best LimesStorage only goes so far—picking the best limes is key to getting the most vibrant flavor. Here's how to choose the best limes in the bunch:Weight: Juicy limes should be heavy for their size. Stored this way, limes should last for about a month or longer with wrinkling or drying up.