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Easy Homemade Limoncello

A refreshing Italian lemon liqueur that's easy to make at home, perfect for sipping or using in cocktails.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 12 hours
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Beverage, Dessert
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

Limoncello Base
  • 10 medium lemons preferably organic
  • 750 ml vodka high proof
  • 500 ml water filtered
  • 300 g granulated sugar

Method
 

Prepare the Lemons
  1. Wash the lemons thoroughly and use a vegetable peeler to remove the zest, avoiding the white pith.
Infuse the Vodka
  1. Place the lemon zest in a jar and pour the vodka over it. Seal the jar and let it sit in a cool, dark place for at least 7 days, shaking it gently every couple of days.
Make the Simple Syrup
  1. In a saucepan, combine the water and sugar. Heat over medium heat, stirring until the sugar is dissolved. Allow to cool.
Combine and Bottle
  1. After 7 days, strain the vodka mixture through a fine strainer to remove the zest. Mix the infused vodka with the simple syrup and stir well. Bottle the limoncello and refrigerate.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 15gSugar: 15g

Notes

For best flavor, allow the limoncello to chill in the freezer before serving.

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