Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsColumbus InnCaravello Limoncello Recipe

Caravello Limoncello Recipe

Inspired by Columbus Inn
Time168h
Serves10

Make Caravello Limoncello Recipe in just 168h . Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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Base Ingredients

Optional Flavorings

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Wash and Prepare the Lemons

    Thoroughly wash the lemons under cold water to remove any wax or pesticides. Pat them dry with a clean towel.

  2. 2

    Zest the Lemons

    Using a microplane or a zester, carefully remove the zest from the lemons, avoiding the white pith as much as possible. Place the zest in a large glass jar or container.

Infusion

  1. 3

    Add Vodka

    Pour the vodka over the lemon zest in the jar. Seal the jar tightly and give it a gentle shake to mix the ingredients.

  2. 4

    Infuse the Mixture

    Let the mixture sit in a cool, dark place for at least 7 days, shaking it gently every couple of days. The longer it sits, the more intense the lemon flavor will be.

Making the Syrup

  1. 5

    Prepare Sugar Syrup

    In a saucepan, combine the granulated sugar and water. Heat over medium heat, stirring until the sugar completely dissolves. Once dissolved, remove from heat and let it cool.

  2. 6

    Combine Syrup with Infused Vodka

    After the infusion period, strain the mixture through a fine mesh sieve or cheesecloth to remove the lemon zest. Combine the infused vodka with the cooled sugar syrup in a clean jar.

Final Steps

  1. 7

    Taste and Adjust

    Taste the limoncello and adjust sweetness if necessary by adding more syrup or water, to your preference.

  2. 8

    Bottle and Chill

    Transfer the limoncello into clean bottles, seal them, and refrigerate. Serve chilled for the best flavor.

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