Limoncello
A homemade limoncello that bursts with fresh lemon zest and a crisp, slightly sweet finish. The recipe uses organic lemons, Everclear, and a simple syrup to create a bright, zesty digestivo that’s perfect for sipping after dinner. Its vibrant citrus flavor and smooth texture make it a standout homemade liqueur.
Recipe by Shereen Pavlides· Structured by ReelsMeals
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24 hr 30 min estimated total time for 12 servings.
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Ingredients
- 8.5 pcs lemons
- 1 3/5 pt Everclear
- 1 3/5 pt vodka
- 1 cheesecloth
- 1 jar
Simple Syrup
- 2 1/2 cup sugar
- 4 cup cold water
Instructions
- 1Wash the lemons thoroughly and peel the skins, removing all pith.
- 2Place the lemon skins in a jar and pour in 750 ml of Everclear (or vodka).
- 3Seal the jar and store it in a cool, dark place, shaking it occasionally.
- 4In a saucepan, combine 2.5 cups of sugar with 4 cups of cold water.
- 5Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce to a simmer until the sugar has completely dissolved.
- 6Remove the saucepan from heat and allow the simple syrup to cool to room temperature.
- 7After 25 days, strain the lemon skins through a cheesecloth-lined strainer and set the skins aside.
- 8Combine the alcohol-soaked lemon skins with the cooled simple syrup and transfer the mixture to the freezer until well chilled.
- 9Serve a small sip after dinner as a digestivo, enjoying its bright citrus flavor.
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- How long does it take to make Limoncello?
- About 24 hours 30 minutes in total: 30 minutes of prep and 24 hours of cooking.
- How many servings does this Limoncello recipe make?
- This recipe makes 12 servings as written; ingredient quantities on this page can be scaled.
- Where does this Limoncello recipe come from?
- It was shared by Shereen Pavlides on instagram.com. ReelsMeals structured the original post into this step-by-step card; the original is linked above.