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Ingredients
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Limoncello Ingredients
Method
Limoncello Preparation
Prepare the Lemons
Wash the lemons thoroughly to remove any wax or pesticides. Use a vegetable peeler to remove the yellow zest from each lemon, being careful to avoid the bitter white pith.
Infuse the Alcohol
Place the lemon zest in a large glass jar and pour the grain alcohol over it. Seal the jar tightly and let it sit in a cool, dark place for at least 7 days, shaking it gently every couple of days to mix the ingredients.
Combine and Strain
Once the syrup is cool, strain the lemon-infused alcohol through a fine mesh strainer or cheesecloth into a clean bottle. Mix in the simple syrup to the infused alcohol, adjusting sweetness to taste.
Bottle and Chill
Transfer the limoncello into clean bottles and seal tightly. Store in the freezer or refrigerator for several hours before serving. Serve chilled.
