Limoncello Recipe

[Fern Modena]

Here's the recipe we use. It makes about two 750 ML bottles. We usually have a bottle or two on hand, and it makes good gifts too!

Limoncello

• 750 ML Vodka
• 6 lemons
• 1-1/2 cups sugar
• 3 cups water

Peel lemon zest only (no pith) using a fine vegetable peeler. Place lemon peels in an airtight jar. Pour Vodka into jar, cover tightly and let stand for 10-12 days until color of liquid is deep yellow.

Pour Vodka through a strainer into a large bowl. Leave zest in strainer and place strainer over a large measuring cup or bowl with a pour spout.

Bring 3 cups of water and the sugar to a boil, stirring until sugar has dissolved, and then boil for 3 minutes, stirring occasionally. Let the syrup cool completely, then pour over zest into Vodka. Pour into bottles with tight fitting lids and refrigerate for 5 days before serving. Serve cold but do not freeze.

 

[Mimi39]

Thanks -- I'll try it out soon! When the lemon zest and vodka sit for 10 - 12 days is that in the refridgerator or out?

 

[Fern Modena]

Out. We keep the jar in a cupboard, out of the light. Don't know if it is necessary to keep it that way, but definitely not in the fridge till it is all done and ready to drink.

Fern

Thanks -- I'll try it out soon! When the lemon zest and vodka sit for 10 - 12 days is that in the refridgerator or out?

 

[mamiecarter]

I am going to try it!

Sounds lovely. Thanks so much.

 

[kpitch]

I second Fern's recipe for Limencello. I've made it several times and our guests all rave about it and want the recipe. Thanks Jerry and Fern!

Kathy

 

[Fern Modena]

Kathy,
Glad to hear that you've made it and your guests enjoy it! Have a great holiday and Hi to Kurt.

Fern and Jerry

 

[Jaybee]

Thanks, Fern!

I really appreciate having the recipe. Thanks a bunch. We loved that stuff when we were in Italy. I wonder if it tastes as good here? LOL! Jean