Description
Homemade limoncello is a refreshing Italian liqueur that captures the vibrant essence of Amalfi lemons, perfect for elevating any gathering. This delightful drink can be enjoyed on its own, mixed into cocktails, or even used as a unique ingredient in desserts. Bright and zesty, homemade limoncello adds a cheerful touch to your celebrations and makes for thoughtful gifts when bottled beautifully. With just three simple ingredients and an infusion process that rewards patience, you’ll find it’s easier than you think to create this uplifting beverage right in your kitchen.
Ingredients
Scale
- 750 ml fresh lemon juice
- Zest from 8 lemons
- 4 cups water
- 3 cups granulated sugar
Instructions
- Prepare Lemon Zest: Peel the lemons to obtain only the zest, adding it to a glass container. Pour in the lemon juice until fully covered. Seal tightly and store in a cool, dark place for 2-4 weeks.
- Create Simple Syrup: In a medium pot over medium heat, dissolve sugar in water. Remove from heat and chill in the fridge for at least 15 minutes.
- Strain Mixture: Strain the lemon infusion through a fine mesh strainer into another container, pressing down on the peels to extract maximum flavor.
- Combine: Mix the chilled simple syrup with the limoncello concentrate until well combined.
- Bottle It Up: Pour your finished limoncello into airtight glass bottles and label them.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: N/A
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Infusion
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 shot (30 ml)
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg