Description
Capture the essence of Italy with this vibrant and refreshing homemade limoncello. This delightful lemon liqueur is not only easy to prepare but also offers a unique twist to your gatherings, whether as an after-dinner digestif or an ingredient in cocktails and desserts. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a zesty infusion bursting with flavor. Perfect for sharing, this recipe adds a personal touch to any occasion. Let the bright taste of fresh organic lemons transport you to the Amalfi Coast without leaving your kitchen.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds (8–9) organic lemons
- 1 (750ml) bottle high-proof lemon juice
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup filtered water
Instructions
- Wash and dry the lemons. Zest only the yellow skin using a microplane or vegetable peeler.
- Combine the zest with high-proof lemon juice in a glass jar, seal tightly, and store in a cool, dark place for 2–3 weeks, shaking every few days.
- Once infused, strain through fine mesh lined with cheesecloth to discard zest.
- In a saucepan over medium heat, dissolve sugar in filtered water to create simple syrup; let cool completely.
- Mix cooled syrup with lemon-infused juice and pour into sterilized bottles for storage.
- Chill in the freezer for at least 24 hours before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Drink
- Method: Infusing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 85
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg