Description
Discover the art of crafting your own Homemade Liqueur, specifically the refreshing Italian Limoncello! This vibrant lemon liqueur captures the essence of Italy with its bright, zesty flavor and delightful sweetness. Perfect for sipping after dinner or as a thoughtful gift, this simple recipe uses fresh lemons and just a few ingredients to create an exquisite drink that will impress your guests. With customizable sweetness options and versatile serving suggestions, you’ll find endless ways to enjoy this artisanal delight. Whether served chilled in shot glasses or drizzled over desserts, your homemade limoncello is sure to be a hit!
Ingredients
- 10 Lemons
- 1 liter Everclear (or high-proof alcohol)
- 1 ½ cups Organic Honey (or 2 cups sugar)
Instructions
- Scrub lemons to remove any wax.
- Peel the lemons carefully, avoiding the white pith.
- Juice the peeled lemons and add peels to a large jar.
- Combine lemon peels and juice with Everclear in the jar.
- Seal tightly and shake well; let infuse for 4 weeks, shaking daily.
- Strain through cheesecloth into a clean jar.
- Add honey or sugar to taste; let sit for 1 more week.
- Bottle and store in the freezer before serving.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Dessert
- Method: N/A
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 oz (30g)
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Use organic lemons for the best flavor. Adjust sweetness by varying honey or sugar levels. Experiment with additional flavors like herbs or other fruits.