Ingredients
- 10 medium organic lemons
- 750 ml high-proof pure alcohol
- 3 cups filtered water
- 2 cups white granulated sugar
Instructions
- Wash and scrub the lemons thoroughly, then zest them without including the pith.
- Place lemon zest in a large glass jar, pour over the alcohol, seal tightly, and let it infuse in a dark place for 3-6 weeks, shaking gently every few days.
- Prepare simple syrup by dissolving sugar in heated water; let cool completely.
- Combine cooled syrup with infused alcohol, reseal, and let rest for an additional week.
- Strain the mixture through a fine mesh strainer or cheesecloth into bottles and store in the freezer.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Drink
- Method: Infusing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 96
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 1mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: For enhanced flavor, allow the limoncello to infuse for the full duration of 6 weeks. Experiment with herbs like basil or mint during infusion for unique variations. Serve straight from the freezer for an extra refreshing experience.
