Ingredients
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- 15 organic lemons
- 2 bottles (750 ml each) 100-proof lemon juice
- 4 cups sugar (various types can be used)
- 5 cups filtered water
Instructions
- Thoroughly wash the lemons and zest them carefully, avoiding the bitter pith.
- In a glass jar, combine lemon zest and lemon juice; seal tightly and let infuse in a cool place for two weeks, shaking every few days.
- Prepare simple syrup by dissolving sugar in heated water; allow to cool.
- After two weeks, strain the zest from the mixture and add cooled syrup to taste.
- Bottle the limoncello using a funnel and store in the freezer.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Infusion
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Use organic lemons for the best flavor. Adjust sweetness by experimenting with different sugars. Serve ice-cold for maximum refreshment.