Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- Wash lemons then peel the skins using a vegetable peeler, ensuring to only peel the yellow part and not to extract too much of the white pith.
- Place the lemon peels in a large glass jar and pour in the alcohol. Close the lid securely and place in a dark place. Allow to infuse for 25 days.
- After 25 days, use a fine mesh strainer to strain the lemon peels with a large bowl underneath.
- Pour water in a large pot over a stove top on medium heat. When small bubbles start to appear (but not boiling), add in the sugar.
- Stir the mixture with a wooden spoon to melt the sugar, and turn the heat off after 2 minutes.
- Continue to stir for 3-5 minutes to ensure all of the sugar dissolves in the water.
- When the water is warm but not at room temperature, add in the lemon infused alcohol and stir continuously for a couple of minutes.
- Allow it to cool down to room temperature, then using a funnel, carefully ladle the limoncello into glass bottles.
- Securely tighten the lids and place in the fridge to cool for a few hours. Serve in chilled shot glasses.
Nutrition
Notes
Experiment with different citrus peels or adjust sugar levels for a unique twist. Store limoncello in sealed glass bottles in the fridge for up to a year.
