Description
Delicious Leo’s Limoncello Recipe for Perfect Citrus Liqueur is a vibrant and refreshing homemade lemon liqueur that brings the taste of summer to any occasion. With its zesty citrus flavor, this delightful liqueur is perfect for sipping chilled or incorporating into your favorite cocktails. Made with just a few simple ingredients, it’s an easy project that allows you to impress your friends and family with your craftsmanship. Enjoy it at summer barbecues, holiday celebrations, or simply as a treat to brighten your day. The bright lemon notes awaken the senses, making every sip a joyful experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 medium-large organic lemons (yellow part only)
- 4 cups fruit juice or broth (substituted for high-proof alcohol)
- 4.6 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 pour in the fruit juice or broth. Seal tightly and store in a dark place for 25 days.
- After infusion, strain the mixture through a fine mesh strainer into a bowl.
- In a large pot over medium heat, combine water and sugar until dissolved to create simple syrup.
- Mix the strained lemon-infused liquid with the warm syrup, stirring well.
- Cool to room temperature before bottling in clean glass bottles and refrigerate for several hours before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Infusion
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 oz (30ml)
- Calories: 75
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg