Homemade Limoncello
Serves 1
Directions
- 1Peel the skins of the lemons, avoiding the thicker white part underneath (pith).
- 2Place the lemon skins in a large glass jar that has a good seal.
- 3Add 1 and 1/4 cup of Everclear (Grain alcohol) to the jar with the lemon skins.
- 4Seal the jar tightly.
- 5Store the sealed jar in a cool place away from light for 30 days.
- 6After 30 days, make a simple syrup by combining 3 cups of water and 1 and 1/4 cup of sugar in a pot.
- 7Let the syrup cool completely.
- 8Strain the lemon-infused Everclear from the jar into a pitcher.
- 9Once the simple syrup is cooled, add it to the strained lemon-infused Everclear.
- 10Stir the mixture well.
- 11Store the limoncello in the fridge.
- 12Serve the limoncello cold.
Ingredients
- 5 lemons
- 1.25 cup Everclear (Grain alcohol)
- 3 cups water
- 1.25 cup sugar
Equipment
peelerlarge glass jar with a good sealmeasuring cuppotstrainerpitcherspoonglass
Tips
- If you don't have pure alcohol, you can use vodka.
- Add more sugar if you like it sweeter.
- Store in the fridge and serve cold
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