Description
This homemade limoncello recipe is simple, delicious, and captures the bright, citrusy flavors of fresh lemons. Enjoy it chilled as a digestif or in cocktails.
Ingredients
•10 organic lemons
•750ml high-proof alcohol (vodka or grain alcohol)
•3 cups water
•2 ½ cups sugar
Instructions
1.Wash and dry the lemons.
2.Peel the lemons, avoiding the bitter white pith.
3.Place the peels in a jar and cover with alcohol.
4.Let it infuse for 10-14 days, shaking occasionally.
5.Strain the peels and discard them.
6.Prepare a simple syrup by dissolving sugar in water over medium heat.
7.Let the syrup cool, then mix it with the infused alcohol.
8.Transfer to bottles and let it rest for a few days.
9.Serve chilled and enjoy!
Notes
•Use organic lemons to avoid wax and pesticides.
•The longer the infusion, the stronger the lemon flavor.
•Store in the freezer for a refreshing, ice-cold sip.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes (for simple syrup)
- Category: Beverage, Liqueur
- Method: Infusing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 oz
- Calories: 100 kcal
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: limoncello, homemade limoncello, lemon liqueur, Italian drinks, citrus liqueur, infused vodka