Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of Italy with this Easy Homemade Limoncello Recipe, a delightful Italian digestif that takes just three weeks to perfect. This refreshing liqueur captures the essence of organic lemons, resulting in a smooth, aromatic drink that’s ideal for any occasion. Whether you’re entertaining guests or enjoying a sunny afternoon, homemade limoncello is sure to impress. Serve it chilled as a post-dinner treat, mix it into mocktails, or savor it straight from the freezer—this versatile beverage is a must-try for lemon enthusiasts.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds organic lemons
- 1 (750ml) bottle high-proof lemon juice
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup filtered water
Instructions
- Thoroughly wash and dry lemons, then zest only the bright yellow skin using a microplane or vegetable peeler.
- 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 every few days.
- Once infused, strain the mixture through a fine mesh strainer lined with cheesecloth to remove solids.
- In a saucepan over medium heat, dissolve sugar in filtered water to create simple syrup; cool completely.
- Mix cooled syrup with the lemon infusion and pour into sterilized bottles using a funnel.
- Freeze for at least 24 hours before serving chilled in small glasses.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: NA
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Infusing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 oz (30g)
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 11g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg