Easy Homemade Limoncello Recipe
Experience the vibrant flavors of Italy with this Easy Homemade Limoncello Recipe, an authentic Italian digestif that you can prepare in just three weeks. This refreshing lemon liqueur captures the essence of the Amalfi Coast, transforming simple ingredients into a luxurious beverage that is perfect for any occasion. Enjoy it chilled as an after-dinner treat, mix it into mocktails, or drizzle it over desserts for a zesty twist. The best part? It’s easy to make and adds a personal touch to your gatherings, making it an exquisite homemade gift that friends and family will cherish.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 10 servings 1x
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Infusing
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds organic lemons
- 1 (750ml) bottle high-proof lemon juice
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup filtered water
Instructions
- Wash and dry organic lemons. Zest only the yellow skin using a microplane or vegetable peeler, avoiding the bitter white pith.
- Combine lemon zest with high-proof lemon juice in a glass jar. Seal tightly and store in a cool, dark place for 2–3 weeks, shaking gently every few days.
- Strain the mixture through a fine mesh strainer lined with cheesecloth to remove zest.
- In a saucepan, dissolve granulated sugar in filtered water over medium heat to create simple syrup; allow to cool.
- Mix cooled syrup with the lemon-infused liquid and transfer into sterilized bottles using a funnel.
- Store in the freezer for at least 24 hours before serving chilled.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 oz (30g)
- Calories: 65
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg