Description
Homemade limoncello is a vibrant, refreshing liqueur that captures the essence of sunny Italian summers. Perfect for special occasions or as a delightful treat after dinner, this easy-to-follow recipe will help you create a delicious batch of limoncello infused with the zesty flavor of fresh lemons. With just a handful of ingredients and a little patience, you can impress your guests with this bright citrus drink that serves beautifully in cocktails or as a standalone refreshment.
Ingredients
Scale
- 750 ml lemon juice
- Zest from 8 lemons
- 4 cups water
- 3 cups granulated sugar
Instructions
- Carefully zest the lemons, avoiding the bitter white pith, and place the peels in a glass container.
- Add the lemon juice to the container and seal it tightly. Store in a cool, dark place for at least two weeks (up to one month).
- To make the syrup, combine water and sugar in a medium pot over medium heat until dissolved. Cool in the fridge for 10-15 minutes.
- After infusion, strain the mixture through a fine mesh strainer into a bowl, discarding the lemon peels.
- Mix the cooled syrup with your strained limoncello concentrate until well combined.
- Transfer to clean glass bottles for storage, label them, and enjoy chilled or over ice!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Infusion
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 oz (30g)
- Calories: 70
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg