Homemade Limoncello
Craft your own Homemade Limoncello and savor the refreshing taste of this vibrant Italian lemon liqueur. Perfect for spritzes, Mocktails, or drizzling over desserts, this delightful beverage captures the bright essence of lemons with just three simple ingredients. This easy-to-follow recipe is ideal for any occasion, whether you’re hosting a summer gathering or enjoying a quiet evening at home. Create a bottle to share with friends and family or indulge in a zesty treat that brings a touch of the Amalfi Coast into your kitchen.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 20 servings (1 oz each) 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Infusion
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 750 ml fresh lemon juice
- 8 lemons (zested)
- 4 cups water
- 3 cups granulated sugar
Instructions
- Peel the lemons carefully, avoiding the white pith, and place the peels in a glass container. Add the lemon juice to submerge the peels.
- Seal the container and store it in a cool, dark place for at least two weeks; shaking every few days.
- To make simple syrup, dissolve sugar in water over medium heat until fully dissolved. Let it cool.
- Strain the infused lemon mixture through a fine strainer into another bowl, pressing down on the peels to extract all liquid.
- Combine the strained liquid with cooled simple syrup and transfer to glass bottles.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 oz (30 ml)
- Calories: 96
- Sugar: 13 g
- Sodium: 0 mg
- Fat: 0 g
- Saturated Fat: 0 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 25 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 0 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
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