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Limoncello

Marla Hingley
A slightly sweet liqueur made from infused lemon peel.
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Prep Time 4 d
Cook Time 5 mins
Total Time 4 d 5 mins
Servings 64

Ingredients
  

  • 10 lemons
  • 750 ml/24oz vodka best quality you can afford
  • 3 1/2 cups water
  • 2 1/2 cups sugar

Instructions
 

  • Peel lemons (no white pith) into long strips, and place in a large glass pitcher/container (enough to hold 8 cups)
  • Add vodka, cover and let sit at room temperature for 4 days away from sunlight.
  • Over medium heat, combine water and sugar, stirring until dissolved. Heat for another 10-15 minutes to allow it to reduce a bit more, then allow to cool completely.
  • Pour sugar water in with lemon mixture, cover and let sit for another 12 hours at room temperature.
  • Strain, discard peels, and pour into sealable containers (I save empty vodka bottles for this purpose).
  • Store in refrigerator for up to 1 month.
  • Serve on its own in liqueur glasses, or in a martini or in a spritzer.

Notes

Depending where you live, and what the cost of ingredients are (lemons & vodka), making your own limoncello may not be any cheaper than buying it from the liquor store (can range from $25-35 a bottle).
Makes about 2 liters, or 64 ounces.
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