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Homemade Limoncello

Bright, authentic limoncello with intense lemon flavor, perfect for sipping or mixing in cocktails and desserts.

  • Total Time: 25 days
  • Yield: 10 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 8 medium–large organic lemons (only the yellow zest)
  • 4 cups (1 liter) 95% high-proof alcohol such as Everclear
  • 4 2/3 cups (1.1 liters) water
  • 2.43 lbs (1.1 kg) white sugar

Instructions

  1. Wash lemons and peel the skins carefully to avoid white pith.
  2. Place lemon peels in a large glass jar and pour in the alcohol. Seal and let infuse in a dark place for 25 days.
  3. After 25 days, strain the lemon peels using a fine mesh strainer.
  4. In a pot, heat the water and dissolve the sugar, stirring continuously. Turn off the heat after 2 minutes.
  5. Add the lemon-infused alcohol to the warm water and stir until mixed. Allow it to cool.
  6. Using a funnel, pour the limoncello into glass bottles, seal, and refrigerate for a few hours before serving.

Notes

Serve chilled in frosted shot glasses as a digestif. It pairs well with desserts like vanilla gelato and pound cake.

  • Author: jayne
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 2 minutes
  • Category: Beverage
  • Method: Infusion
  • Cuisine: Italian
  • Diet: Vegan

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 250
  • Sugar: 30g
  • Sodium: 5mg
  • Fat: 0g
  • Saturated Fat: 0g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 0g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 0g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg

Keywords: limoncello, lemon, homemade, Italian, dessert, cocktail