Description
Limoncello is a vibrant Italian lemon liqueur that embodies the essence of sunny citrus. This smooth, sweet drink is perfect for serving after dinner or incorporating into cocktails, making it an ideal choice for gatherings and celebrations. With minimal ingredients and a straightforward process, you can craft this delightful homemade treat that will impress friends and family alike. Whether enjoyed chilled or as a drizzle over desserts, limoncello adds a refreshing twist to any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 10 lemons
- 1 (750 ml) bottle vodka
- 3 1/2 cups water
- 2 1/2 cups sugar
Instructions
- Use a vegetable peeler to remove the zest from the lemons in long strips, avoiding the bitter white pith.
- Place the lemon peels in a 2-quart pitcher and cover with vodka. Seal with plastic wrap and let steep at room temperature for 4 days.
- Prepare simple syrup by combining water and sugar in a saucepan over medium heat, stirring until dissolved. Cool completely.
- Mix the cooled syrup with the vodka infusion, cover again, and let sit overnight.
- Strain out the peels using a mesh strainer, then transfer limoncello into clean bottles and refrigerate for at least 4 hours before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Infusing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 oz (30 ml)
- Calories: 115
- Sugar: 14 g
- Sodium: 0 mg
- Fat: 0 g
- Saturated Fat: 0 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 14 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 0 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg