Limoncello Recipe

Directions for Making Limoncello

1. 1

   Prepare the Lemons

   Wash the organic lemons thoroughly under running water to remove any dirt or pesticides. Pat them dry with a clean towel.

2. 2

   Zest the Lemons

   Using a vegetable peeler or a zester, carefully remove the zest (yellow part) of the lemons, avoiding the white pith as much as possible. Place the lemon zest in a large glass jar.

3. 3

   Add Vodka

   Pour the high-proof vodka over the lemon zest in the jar. Ensure that the zest is fully submerged in the vodka. Seal the jar tightly with a lid.

4. 4

   Infuse the Mixture

   Store the jar in a cool, dark place for at least 7 days (up to 3 weeks), shaking it gently every couple of days to mix the ingredients. The longer it sits, the more intense the lemon flavor.

5. 5

   Prepare the Simple Syrup

   In a medium saucepan, combine the granulated sugar and water. Heat over medium heat, stirring regularly until the sugar has completely dissolved. Remove from heat and let it cool to room temperature.

6. 6

   Combine the Mixtures

   After the infusion period, strain the lemon zest from the vodka using a fine-mesh strainer or cheesecloth into a clean bowl. Discard the zest. Then, mix the infused vodka with the cooled simple syrup, stirring well to combine.

7. 7

   Bottle the Limoncello

   Using a funnel, pour the limoncello into clean, sterilized bottles. Seal the bottles with caps or corks.

8. 8

   Chill and Serve

   For the best flavor, chill the limoncello in the refrigerator or freezer for a few hours before serving. Serve it in small chilled glasses as a digestif.