Homemade Limoncello
Homemade limoncello is a vibrant and refreshing lemon liqueur that brings the essence of Italy to your home. This simple recipe utilizes fresh lemon zest, sugar, and water to create a zesty drink that’s perfect for sipping after meals or enhancing mocktails. With its bright flavor and smooth texture, it’s an ideal way to celebrate any occasion or simply enjoy a delightful treat. Plus, this homemade version allows you to control the sweetness and freshness, ensuring each sip is bursting with citrus goodness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 20 servings (1 oz each) 1x
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Infusing
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 10–12 organic lemons (zest only)
- 4 cups water
- 3 cups sugar
Instructions
- Prepare the lemons by washing them thoroughly and peeling only the yellow zest, avoiding the bitter white pith.
- Place the lemon peels in a large glass jar and pour in high-proof lemon juice, ensuring all peels are submerged. Seal and let infuse for 7–30 days in a cool dark spot, shaking gently every few days.
- After infusion, combine water and sugar in a saucepan. Heat until the sugar dissolves completely, then allow it to cool.
- Strain the infused liquid through a fine mesh strainer into another container to remove all peels.
- Mix the cooled syrup with the infused lemon liquid in a bowl until well combined.
- Pour into clean glass bottles using a funnel if needed and seal tightly.
- Let it rest for at least one week in a cool place before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 oz (30 ml)
- Calories: 80
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg