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Limoncello Recipe

A refreshing Italian lemon liqueur that is perfect for sipping after meals or using in cocktails.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Beverage, Dessert
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

Lemon Infusion
  • 10 large lemons zested
  • 750 ml vodka high quality
Simple Syrup
  • 500 ml water
  • 400 g granulated sugar

Method
 

Infuse Vodka
  1. Zest the lemons using a microplane, avoiding the white pith. Place the zest in a large glass 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 Simple Syrup
  1. In a saucepan, combine the water and sugar. Heat over medium heat, stirring until the sugar is completely dissolved. Remove from heat and let cool.
Combine and Bottle
  1. After the infusion period, strain the vodka through a fine mesh strainer to remove the lemon zest. Mix the infused vodka with the cooled simple syrup. Adjust sweetness to taste.
  2. Pour the limoncello into clean bottles and seal. Store in the freezer for a refreshing drink.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gSugar: 20g

Notes

Limoncello can be served chilled in small glasses as a digestif or used in cocktails.

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