Description
Homemade Limoncello is a delightful and refreshing lemon-infused drink that captures the bright essence of fresh lemons. This easy recipe is perfect for warm weather, special occasions, or simply to enjoy on its own. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a vibrant homemade limoncello that not only tastes great but also makes for an impressive gift. Chill it to serve as a spritz or drizzle it over desserts for an added burst of citrus flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
- 750 ml fresh lemon juice
- 8 lemons (for zest)
- 4 cups water
- 3 cups granulated sugar
Instructions
- Peel the lemons carefully, avoiding the white pith, and place the peels in a glass container.
- Pour in the fresh lemon juice and seal the container tightly. Store it in a cool, dark place for at least two weeks (or up to one month), gently shaking it every few days.
- In a medium pot, combine the sugar and water over medium heat until fully dissolved, then cool in the fridge.
- After steeping, strain out the lemon peels and mix the cooled syrup with the lemon infusion.
- Bottle your limoncello in glass containers, label if desired, and serve chilled.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Drink
- Method: Infusion
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 oz (30ml)
- Calories: 80
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg