Homemade Limoncello Rezept

Craft your own zesty, refreshing limoncello with this easy-to-follow recipe! Inspired by a family friend, this homemade version lets you control the sweetness and zest, resulting in a vibrant, luxurious liqueur perfect for impressing guests or enjoying a taste of Italy at home. Learn how to transform simple ingredients into a delightful citrus treat that's sure to become a new favorite.

Vorbereitung 10 Min.

Kochzeit 21600 Min.

Kalorien 292.8 kcal

Eiweiß 1g

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Zutaten für Homemade Limoncello

1 (750 ml) bottle 100 proof vodka
8 lemons (organic if possible, for zest)
3 cups white sugar
3 cups water

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Zubereitung von Homemade Limoncello

Combine vodka and zest in a half gallon jar and let stand at room temperature
Tightly covered, for about 10 days
It is ready when the zest has turned pale and vodka is a deep yellow
Pour liquid through a strainer into a large bowl
Leave zest in the strainer and place stainer over a large measuring cup
Bring 3 cups of water and sugar to boil over high heat, stirring until the sugar is dissolved
Boil for 3 minutes
Pour syrup through strainer into measuring cup and discard the zest
Cool syrup completely
Add syrup to vodka
Pour liqueur into a large bottle or smaller decorative bottles with tight fitting lids
Let stand for 5 days before serving
Store in the fridge and serve ice cold in chilled shot glasses
If you store homemade limoncello in the freezer it may freeze