Limoncello Recipe (Authentic Italian with Easy Steps)
Embark on a refreshing journey with this delightful homemade Limoncello Recipe! This authentic Italian lemon liqueur, characterized by its vibrant citrus flavor and sweet aroma, is perfect for celebrating special occasions or simply enjoying during a sunny afternoon. With just a few simple ingredients and easy steps, you can create a zesty drink that encapsulates the warmth of Italy. Whether served chilled in shot glasses or mixed into mocktails like a spritz, this limoncello is sure to impress your friends and family. Plus, bottling your creation makes for an excellent gift!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: N/A
- Total Time: 0 hours
- Yield: Approximately 20 servings (1 oz each) 1x
- Category: Drink
- Method: Infusing
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 medium-large organic lemons
- 4 cups fruit juice
- 4 ¾ cups water
- 2.43 lbs white sugar
Instructions
- Thoroughly wash the lemons and peel only the yellow skin using a vegetable peeler.
- Place the lemon peels in a large glass jar and cover them with the fruit juice. Seal tightly and let infuse in a dark place for 25 days.
- Strain the mixture through a fine mesh strainer into a bowl to remove the peels.
- In a large pot, heat water until small bubbles form, then stir in sugar until dissolved. Turn off heat after about 2 minutes.
- Allow the syrup to cool slightly before adding it to the strained lemon infusion; mix well.
- Cool to room temperature before bottling in glass containers and refrigerate.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 oz (30ml)
- Calories: 85
- Sugar: 21g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg