Limoncello (Lemoncello, Limoncella)

May 10, 2023May 10, 20230 4

Refreshing and tangy Limoncello recipe

by The Chefin Beverage

Prep

15 min

Cook

15 min

Ready In

30 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	12 lemons ( thick skinned , meyers , Amalfi , Lisbon , Femminello St. Teresa.. )
	1 lime ( thick skinned )
	2 bottles 100 proof vodka , divided
	2 cups water
	2 cups granulated sugar

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

170

Sugar

20g

Fat

Limoncello is a popular Italian liqueur that has gained popularity around the world. It is made by steeping lemon zest in vodka and adding a simple syrup. The result is a tangy, refreshing drink that is perfect for sipping on a hot summer day. Limoncello is best served ice-cold in small glasses as an aperitif or after-dinner digestif. It can also be used as a dessert topping or as a base for cocktails.

Instructions

1.	Use a vegetable peeler to remove the zest from the lemons and lime, being careful to avoid the white pith.
2.	In a large mason jar, combine the lemon and lime zest with one bottle of vodka. Close the jar and let it sit at room temperature for 2 weeks, shaking it once a day.
3.	After 2 weeks, strain the vodka through a fine mesh sieve and discard the zest. In a large saucepan, combine 2 cups of water and 2 cups of sugar. Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the sugar has dissolved and the syrup is clear.
4.	Remove the pan from the heat and let the syrup cool completely. Once it has cooled, stir in the strained vodka and the remaining bottle of vodka.
5.	Pour the Limoncello into clean glass bottles and store in the freezer for at least a day before serving. Serve ice-cold in small glasses.

PROS

Limoncello is a refreshing and sweet Italian liqueur that is perfect for sipping on a hot summer day.
It can also be used in cocktails or as a dessert topping.

CONS

Limoncello is high in sugar and alcohol content, so it should be enjoyed in moderation.
It is also not recommended for those who are pregnant or nursing.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While Limoncello is not particularly healthy, it does contain antioxidants from the lemon zest. It also has been known to aid in digestion and relieve symptoms of a sore throat.