Enjoy this sumptuous Italian liquor that tastes just like summer. Makes a perfect gift!
Ingredients
12 lemons
4 c vodka (medium quality)
4 c filtered water
3 c sugar
Instructions
Using a vegetable peeler, gently peel only the yellow part of the lemon peel from the fruit. Scrape off any excess white part with a sharp knife. This is a great TV watching activity and husband involvement is required appreciated.
Put peels in a large pitcher and pour vodka over them. Cover top. Allow to sit at room temperature for 4 days, giving them a small swirl once a day.
Make a simple sugar syrup by combining the sugar and water in a small sauce pan over a medium flame. Stir and gently warm until sugar is dissolved, about 7 minutes. Cool to room temperature. Pour over lemon peels and vodka. Allow to rest at room temperature for 1 day.
Strain the lemon peels and pour into sterilized containers. Chill. Best consumed within 2 months.
Notes
Sterilize containers by boiling them for 10 minutes.
Serving Suggestions: Limoncello is traditionally served as a digestive, after a meal. It is also delicious as a champagne cocktail when served with a crisp prosecco. I also like a splash of it with amaretto over ice. Enjoy!
Recipe by Mamaguru at http://mamaguru.com/limoncello/