Limoncello Recipe
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Optional Ingredients
Method
Preparation
- 1
Zesting the Lemons
Using a vegetable peeler or a microplane, zest the lemons carefully, avoiding the bitter white pith. You should have about 2 cups of lemon zest.
- 2
Juicing the Lemons
After zesting, cut the lemons in half and juice them, discarding the seeds. You should have around 1 to 1.5 cups of fresh lemon juice.
Infusing the Vodka
- 3
Combine Zest and Vodka
In a large glass jar or container, combine the lemon zest with the vodka. Seal tightly and let it sit in a cool, dark place for about 1 to 2 weeks, shaking it gently every few days.
Making the Syrup
- 4
Prepare Sugar Syrup
In a medium saucepan, combine the water and granulated sugar. Heat over medium heat, stirring until the sugar is completely dissolved. Once dissolved, remove from heat and let it cool.
Final Steps
- 5
Strain the Infusion
After 1 to 2 weeks, strain the lemon-infused vodka through a fine mesh strainer or cheesecloth into a clean bottle, discarding the lemon zest.
- 6
Combine with Syrup
Mix the strained vodka with the prepared sugar syrup. Taste and adjust sweetness by adding more syrup if desired.
- 7
Bottle and Chill
Transfer the limoncello into clean bottles. Seal tightly and refrigerate. Allow it to chill for at least 24 hours before serving.