I like fresh best for drinking but bottle will do when I can't get freash. They are also good for cleaning, half a lemon and salt will clean the copper on your pans. Also hot water, vinegar and little lemon shines windows,mirrors, tile, floors. It will also lighten your hair when used as a rinse.9 Growing up in California that is how our blonde hair was so light.) Put slices in water with some cloves and heat on the stove to make the house smell nice. Oranges can be used instead of lemons to smell nice too.