Homemade Limoncello
Bursting with vibrant citrus flavor, this Homemade Limoncello recipe is a luxurious Italian liqueur you can make right in your own kitchen. Crafted from organic lemons, high-quality vodka, and a touch of sweetness with homemade simple syrup, this DIY limoncello is irresistibly smooth and refreshing. The secret lies in the infusion process, where lemon peels steep in vodka over several days, capturing every essence of their sunny zest. Perfect as an after-dinner digestif or a chilled treat on a hot summer evening, this recipe yields an ultra-smooth liqueur that’s worthy of gift-giving or savoring all to yourself. Easy to make and free of artificial ingredients, this is your ultimate guide to authentic homemade limoncello.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 10 Organic lemons
- 1 liter Vodka (at least 80 proof)
- 2 cups Granulated sugar
- 2 cups Water
Instructions
Begin by washing the lemons thoroughly under hot water to remove any wax or pesticides. Pat dry with a clean cloth.
Using a vegetable peeler, carefully peel the lemons so that you get just the yellow zest and none of the white pith, which can make the limoncello bitter.
Place the lemon peels in a large glass jar with a tight-fitting lid. Pour the vodka into the jar, ensuring all lemon peels are submerged.
Seal the jar tightly and store it in a cool, dark place for at least 7 days and up to 30 days. Shake the jar gently every few days to mix the peels with the vodka.
After the infusion period, prepare the simple syrup by combining the sugar and water in a saucepan over medium heat. Stir until the sugar is completely dissolved. Let the syrup cool to room temperature.
Strain the lemon peels from the infused vodka into a large bowl or another jar using a fine-mesh sieve or cheesecloth. Discard the peels.
Mix the cooled simple syrup with the lemon-infused vodka. Stir well to combine.
Use a funnel to transfer the limoncello into clean glass bottles with airtight seals.
Store the limoncello in the freezer for a minimum of one week to allow the flavors to fully meld.
Serve the limoncello chilled in small glasses. Enjoy as a refreshing treat after meals.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3970 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 1.7 g | 2% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.2 g | 1% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 26 mg | 1% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 454.1 g | 165% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.2 g | 58% | |
| Total Sugars | 414.5 g | ||
| Protein | 6.4 g | 13% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 180 mg | 14% | |
| Iron | 3.5 mg | 19% | |
| Potassium | 800 mg | 17% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
