Lemoncello
Elevate your homemade drinks with this authentic Lemoncello recipe, a zesty Italian liqueur that's bursting with the vibrant essence of organic lemons. Crafted with Everclear or 100-proof vodka, this luxurious digestif captures the pure citrus aroma through a meticulous infusion process, ensuring every sip is brimming with fresh, tangy flavor. A touch of homemade simple syrup balances the tartness, creating a perfectly smooth and sweet finish. With just four ingredients and minimal prep time, this recipe invites you to create an artisan liqueur ideal for sipping straight from the freezer, as a cocktail mixer, or even as a gift. Impress your guests with this refreshing classic that ages gracefully for enhanced depth in every bottle.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 10 pieces Organic lemons
- 750 ml Everclear (190-proof grain alcohol) or 100-proof vodka
- 3 cups Granulated sugar
- 4 cups Filtered water
Instructions
Thoroughly wash the lemons under warm water, scrubbing to remove any wax or residue. Dry them completely with a clean towel.
Using a vegetable peeler, carefully remove the zest from the lemons, avoiding the white pith as it can make the limoncello bitter. Aim for long, thin strips of zest.
Place the lemon zest into a large glass jar or container with a tight-fitting lid. Pour in the Everclear or vodka, ensuring the zest is completely submerged.
Seal the jar tightly and store it in a cool, dark place for 7-10 days. Shake the jar gently once a day to infuse the alcohol with the lemon oils.
After the infusion period, prepare the simple syrup: In a medium saucepan, combine the granulated sugar and filtered water. Heat over medium heat, stirring until the sugar has completely dissolved, about 5 minutes. Remove from heat and let the syrup cool to room temperature.
Strain the infused alcohol through a fine-mesh sieve or cheesecloth into a large bowl or clean container, discarding the lemon zest.
Add the cooled simple syrup to the infused alcohol, stirring to combine. Taste and adjust with more simple syrup if you want a sweeter limoncello.
Using a funnel, pour the limoncello into sterilized glass bottles and seal them tightly. Allow the bottled limoncello to rest at room temperature for 2 weeks to let the flavors fully meld.
Serve chilled, straight from the freezer, or use in cocktails. Limoncello can be stored in the freezer for up to 1 year.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
7311 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 1.7 g | 2% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.2 g | 1% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 12 mg | 1% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 654.1 g | 238% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.2 g | 58% | |
| Total Sugars | 614.5 g | ||
| Protein | 6.4 g | 13% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 151 mg | 12% | |
| 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.
