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Limoncello

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Limoncello

Limoncello

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Equipment

  • Hand Zester / Lemon Press & Extractor - Ideal for extracting lemon zest efficiently.

  • Digital Kitchen Scale - Accurate measurements for alcoholic beverages like Limoncello.

  • Highball Glass - Perfect for serving freshly made Limoncello.

  • Stainless Steel Saucepan - Used for simmering if not using traditional liquor infusion method.

  • Citrus Juicer - For preparing additional lemon juice components or serving the drink.

  • Large Glass Jar with Lid - Useful for storing freshly made Limoncello.

  • Precision Measuring Spoons - For any additional ingredients in smaller quantities during preparation.

  • Funnel - Ensures clean and efficient filling if using a larger container for mixing or storage.

  • Pure Alcohol (e.g., Grappa or Vodka) - Used to infuse the lemon flavor into alcohol for Limoncello.

  • Cheese Grater - Can be used for zesting lemons in preparation of Limoncello.

  • Cleaning Supplies - Essential for maintaining hygiene during making and serving of Limoncello.

Ingredients

  • 1 (750-milliliter) bottle vodka

  • peel from 8 lemons, cut into wide strips (yellow part only)

  • 4 lemon leaves (optional)

  • 2 cups sugar

Instructions

1

Instruction 1

In large glass jar or bottle, combine vodka and lemon peel. Seal and let stand in cool, dark place 1 week.
2

Instruction 2

If using lemon leaves, in medium saucepan, bring 4 cups water to boil. Add leaves and blanch 10 seconds, then drain and rinse under cold running water. Pat dry.
3

Instruction 3

In medium saucepan, whisk together 2 cups water and sugar. Bring to boil over high heat, then boil, uncovered, 15 seconds. Measure 750 milliliters of syrup (reserve remainder for another use) and stir into vodka mixture. Strain mixture, discarding lemon peel, and pour into decorative bottles. If using lemon leaves, tuck 2 into each bottle. Seal bottles with stoppers or corks and label with year.
4

Instruction 4

Limoncillo will keep, chilled, at least 1 year.
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