Description
Limoncello is a refreshing Italian lemon liqueur that embodies the bright flavors of sun-ripened lemons. This homemade recipe is not only easy to make but also allows you to impress your guests with a delightful drink perfect for any occasion! From serving it chilled as a digestif to using it in cocktails or drizzling over desserts, limoncello adds a zesty kick that elevates every gathering. With just a few simple ingredients and straightforward steps, you can create this vibrant liqueur at home, making it an ideal gift or a personal treat.
Ingredients
Scale
- 10 lemons
- 1 (750-ml) bottle vodka
- 3 1/2 cups water
- 2 1/2 cups sugar
Instructions
- Peel the lemons using a vegetable peeler, avoiding the white pith.
- Place the lemon peels in a 2-quart pitcher and cover with vodka. Let steep at room temperature for 4 days.
- Create sugar syrup by dissolving water and sugar in a saucepan over medium heat, then let cool.
- Combine the cooled syrup with the vodka mixture and let sit overnight.
- Strain out the lemon peels and bottle the limoncello. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Infusion
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ounce (30ml)
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg