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Limoncello

Limoncello

Limoncello

Limoncello

Straight out of Sorrento Limoncello Recipe
5 from 4 votes
Course Drinks
Cuisine Italian
Calories

Ingredients
  

  • 3 1/3 cups Everclear alcohol 190% proof or vodka (750 ml)
  • Peel of 6-7 lemons 
  • 3 ounces lemon peel preferably fresh-picked or organic (85 grams)
  • 3 cups sugar (625 grams)
  • 3 1/3 water Water (750 ml)

Instructions
 

  • Rinse lemons of any debris. Dry and using a peeler remove peel being careful not to remove the pith.
  • Add alcohol in an airtight glass jar and add lemon peels. 
  • Cover the glass jar with aluminum foil and store it in a dark cool place. (I usually put it in my pantry). 
  • Let it sit (macerare) for 3 to 7 days. (The longer the better).
  • In a pot mix water and sugar and bring to a boil.
  • Once the sugar has melted remove it from heat and let it cool completely. 
  • Strain peels from alcohol and mix with sugar syrup.
  • Bottle and keep in the freezer until ready to serve. I also keep limoncello glasses in the freezer. 
  • It can be enjoyed immediately.
  • I use limoncello for my desserts, over ice cream or strawberries. So many delicious ways to enjoy anytime. 
  • Salut 🥂

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