Description
Get ready to experience the vibrant flavors of Italy with this refreshing homemade limoncello recipe! Crafted with just four simple ingredients, this delightful lemon liqueur is perfect for summer gatherings, dinner parties, or as a light dessert after meals. With every sip, you’ll be transported to sun-kissed lemon groves along the Italian coast. Whether enjoyed chilled, in Mocktail , or drizzled over desserts, this authentic limoncello will impress your guests and become a staple in your home.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 medium-large organic lemons
- 4 cups high-proof alcohol substitute (like fruit juice or vinegar)
- 4 ¾ cups water
- 2.43 lbs white sugar
Instructions
- Wash lemons thoroughly and peel only the yellow zest using a vegetable peeler.
- Place lemon peels in a large glass jar and cover with the alcohol substitute. Seal and let infuse in a dark place for 25 days.
- Strain the mixture using a fine mesh strainer to remove the peels.
- Heat water until small bubbles form, then add sugar and stir until fully dissolved.
- Combine the strained infusion with the sugar syrup and cool to room temperature before bottling.
- Chill in the fridge for a few hours before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Drink
- Method: Infusion
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ounce
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg