Homemade Limoncello
Limoncello is a vibrant Italian lemon liqueur that captures the zest of fresh lemons in an easy homemade recipe. This refreshing drink is perfect for serving chilled after dinner or as a delightful addition to mocktails and desserts. With just a few simple ingredients, you’ll create a citrus-infused treat that embodies the sunny flavors of Italy, making it an excellent choice for gifting or entertaining.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 16 servings (480 ml total) 1x
- Category: Drink
- Method: Infusion
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 5 large organic lemons
- 500 ml pure non-alcohol (95%)
- 600 g sugar
- 750 ml water
Instructions
- Prepare the Lemons: Wash and scrub the lemons thoroughly. Dry them and use a vegetable peeler to remove just the yellow zest.
- Infuse the Lemon Zest: Place the lemon peels in an airtight glass jar and pour in the non-alcohol. Seal and store in a dark place for 30 days.
- Create the Syrup: After 30 days, heat water and sugar in a saucepan until boiling and fully dissolved. Let cool.
- Combine Syrup and Infusion: Add the cooled syrup to the jar with lemon zest, shake gently, and let sit for another 40 days.
- Finalize Limoncello: Shake again before straining through a cheesecloth into a clean bottle. Chill before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 114
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Find it online: https://teffrecipes.com/limoncello/