Pallini Limoncello Liqueur 1 Litre Bottle

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Limoncello is a traditional recipe from the south of Italy where lemons trees find their natural habitat. The authentic Italian name is Limoncello. Today, there are a variety of liqueurs that will use the “-cello” suffix to capitalise on limoncello’s success: Of course Tradition Italian Limoncello is made only with lemon zest. However in your homemade version you can always try something new. Keep in mind that the limoncello alcohol content will vary depending on which alcohol you choose to use. The higher the proof of the initial spirit, the higher the final proof you’re limoncello will be. (see notes on how to dilute the limoncello) Simple Syrup

You’ve gotta love a recipe with a short ingredient list! Limoncello consists of lemon peels or zest, high proof grain alcohol like vodka or everclear, sugar and water. What’s the Best Liquor for Making Homemade Limoncello? Traditionally, lemons from the Amalfi coast are used to make Limoncello. My favorite lemons are Meyer lemons which grow all over California. In fact, I have a tree in my yard. Spirit Alcohol Taste and quality can vary tremendously from producer to producer and from bottle to bottle. Bad limoncello tastes like window cleaner; good limoncello tastes pure and invigorating, like imbibing a ray of sunshine. Don’t worry about how much time your bottle is sitting out infusing, the high proof liquor will prevent mold from growing. However, should you see any signs of discoloration or something fuzzy growing, discard, sanitize your bottles, and start over. In most cases, limoncello is served in a shot glass or a small stemmed glass to avoid it from getting warm.

Homemade Limoncello Ingredients

If a Limoncello solidifies in the freezer it means it is mostly made of sugar and water and does not have a good level of alcohol. Ingredients you need Fancy vintage bottles: I love to have my own liqueur assortment into those vintage bottles. It gives my homemade liqueurs an extra wow factor. HOW LONG TO INFUSE: at least 8 days, best 3 weeks (if you’re using high proof alcohol like Everclear). With lower proof alcohol, like vodka it’s best to infuse for 1 month or more. If you are buying in late November I suggest you get a bigger box. Limoncello makes a perfect Christmas gift🙂 It has the most neutral taste and has the best capacity to extract the most flavor and aroma from lemon peels.

Italy, especially on the Amalfi coast, is known for its fragrant Sorrento lemons. These little, or not so little, bursts of sunshine can be found on ceramics, painted on frescoes, and are the base for the celebrated liqueur limoncello. In this case you’ll need to adjust the ratio for sugar syrup. You can use my calculations that I provided below or do them yourself.Since lemon zest will be macerated in the alcohol, it means alcohol will not only absorb the aroma and the flavor of the lemon zest but it’s also pull any medicine/pesticides/insecticides used on the lemons. Like this article? Don't miss "Authentic Shopping: Insider Tips to Come Home with an Italian Souvenir You’ll Treasure for Life" How to Experience Limoncello on the Amalfi Coast