Description
Indulge in the refreshing taste of homemade limoncello, an Italian lemon liqueur that’s easy to craft and perfect for any occasion. With just three simple ingredients—organic lemons, sugar, and water—you can create a vibrant, sweet beverage that captures the essence of sun-kissed citrus. This delightful drink can be enjoyed chilled as a digestif, used in mocktails, or drizzled over desserts for an added zing. Whether you’re celebrating with friends or enjoying a quiet evening at home, this exquisite citrus drink is sure to impress. Gift it to loved ones in beautifully bottled jars for a thoughtful touch that showcases your culinary skills.
Ingredients
Scale
- 9–10 organic lemons
- 800 g sugar
- 1 l water
Instructions
- Clean and prepare a large mason jar.
- Peel the lemons carefully, ensuring minimal pith is included.
- Transfer lemon peels to the jar and cover them with high-proof neutral spirit (like Everclear).
- Store in a dark place for at least one week, shaking daily.
- Prepare a sugar syrup by dissolving sugar in water over low heat; let cool.
- Strain the infused spirit through cheesecloth into a clean pot.
- Combine the syrup with the lemon-infused spirit and stir well.
- Bottle your limoncello and chill before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Drink
- Method: Infusion
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 oz (30g)
- Calories: 85
- Sugar: 13g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg