Lemon Flavored Vodka
Brighten up your cocktail game with this easy and refreshing recipe for Lemon Flavored Vodka! Infused with the zesty essence of fresh lemon peels, this DIY creation transforms plain vodka into a citrusy delight that's perfect for sipping neat, mixing into summer cocktails, or gifting to friends. With just 20 minutes of prep and a few pantry staples, including optional simple syrup for a touch of sweetness, this homemade lemon vodka is a versatile addition to your liquor collection. The week-long infusion process allows the vibrant lemon aroma and flavor to fully develop, making every sip a burst of sunshine. Store it chilled and serve it straight from the freezer for the ultimate refreshing drink experience!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 750 ml Vodka
- 5 large Lemons
- 2 tablespoons Sugar (optional)
- 2 tablespoons Water (optional, for dissolving sugar)
Instructions
Thoroughly wash and dry the lemons to remove any wax or residue from the skin.
Using a vegetable peeler or a paring knife, carefully peel the zest from the lemons, avoiding the bitter white pith beneath the yellow skin.
In a large, clean, sealable glass jar (at least 1 liter capacity), add the lemon peels.
Pour the vodka over the lemon peels, ensuring they are fully submerged. Seal the jar tightly and give it a gentle shake.
Store the jar in a cool, dark place for 5 to 7 days. Shake the jar gently once a day to help infuse the flavors.
After the infusion period, taste the vodka to ensure it has reached your desired level of lemon flavor. If it's strong enough, proceed to the next step.
Using a fine-mesh strainer or cheesecloth, strain the lemon peels from the vodka. Discard the peels.
If you'd like to sweeten the vodka slightly, dissolve the sugar in the water over low heat to create a simple syrup, then let it cool completely. Stir the cooled syrup into the lemon vodka as desired.
Transfer the finished lemon vodka into a clean bottle or container with a tight seal for storage.
Store the infused vodka in the refrigerator or freezer. Serve chilled in cocktails or enjoy it neat.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1915 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 0.8 g | 1% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.1 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 12 mg | 1% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 52.2 g | 19% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.0 g | 29% | |
| Total Sugars | 32.5 g | ||
| Protein | 3.2 g | 6% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 75 mg | 6% | |
| Iron | 2.1 mg | 12% | |
| Potassium | 416 mg | 9% | |
*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.
