Lorraine's Luscious and Lovely Limoncello
Infuse a taste of the Italian coast into your home with *Lorraine’s Luscious and Lovely Limoncello*, a vibrant homemade liqueur that’s perfect for sipping or mixing into cocktails. This recipe combines the zest of 10 organic lemons with high-quality vodka, creating a bright, citrus-forward infusion that’s balanced with a homemade simple syrup for just the right touch of sweetness. With minimal prep time and a hands-off infusion period of 10–14 days, this limoncello is as easy to make as it is delicious. Serve it well-chilled as a refreshing after-dinner digestif or use it to elevate your favorite cocktails. Whether bottled as a personal indulgence or gifted to loved ones, this homemade limoncello is a true celebration of zesty, sun-kissed flavors.
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Ingredients
- 10 pieces Organic lemons
- 750 ml Vodka (at least 40% alcohol by volume)
- 400 grams Granulated sugar
- 500 ml Filtered water
Directions
Step 1
Thoroughly wash the lemons in warm water to remove any wax or impurities. Use a vegetable peeler to carefully remove just the outer yellow zest of the lemons, avoiding the bitter white pith.
Step 2
Place the lemon zest into a large, clean glass jar or container with a sealable lid. Pour the vodka over the zest, ensuring the zest is fully submerged.
Step 3
Seal the jar tightly and store it in a cool, dark place for 10-14 days. Shake the jar gently every couple of days to infuse the flavor more evenly.
Step 4
After the infusion period, prepare a simple syrup. In a medium saucepan, combine the granulated sugar and filtered water. Heat the mixture over medium heat, stirring until the sugar is fully dissolved. Let the syrup cool to room temperature.
Step 5
Strain the vodka and lemon zest mixture through a fine mesh sieve or cheesecloth into a large bowl to remove all the zest. Discard the zest.
Step 6
Combine the strained infused vodka with the cooled simple syrup. Stir thoroughly to mix.
Step 7
Pour the limoncello into clean, sterilized glass bottles or jars with tight-fitting lids. Seal the bottles and place them in the refrigerator or freezer for at least 24 hours before serving to allow the flavors to mellow.
Step 8
Serve chilled in small glasses as an after-dinner digestif or use as a base for creative cocktails. Enjoy responsibly!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (2235.7g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 3400.3 |
| Total Fat 1.7g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 0.2g | 0% |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 11.6mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 454.1g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 16.2g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 414.5g | |
| Protein 6.4g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 150.8mg | 0% |
| Iron 3.5mg | 0% |
| Potassium 800.4mg | 0% |
Source of Calories