Lorraine's Luscious And Lovely Limoncello Recipe

Impress your friends with this incredibly refreshing Limoncello recipe, ready in just ONE WEEK! Inspired by Lorraine B., this recipe yields approximately 6 bottles of zesty, bright limoncello – perfect for gifting or enjoying yourself. Skip the month-long infusion times; this accelerated method delivers exceptional flavor without compromise. The quick and easy instructions make it perfect for both experienced mixologists and enthusiastic beginners. Try it with oranges this winter for a delightful twist!

Prep Time 60 mins

Cook Time 10082 mins

Calories 91.8 kcal

Protein 0g

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Ingredients for Lorraine's Luscious And Lovely Limoncello

750ml high-quality vodka
10-12 large lemons
1 cup granulated sugar
1 cup water

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How to Make Lorraine's Luscious And Lovely Limoncello

Wash 10-12 large lemons thoroughly with soap and rinse well.
Using a sharp knife or vegetable peeler, carefully peel the lemons, avoiding the bitter white pith.
Use a microplane zester or vegetable peeler to zest the lemons, aiming for about 1 cup of zest. Avoid the white pith.
Place the lemon zest in a large (at least 2-quart) airtight container.
Pour 750ml of high-quality vodka over the lemon zest, ensuring the zest is fully submerged.
Securely seal the container and let it infuse in a cool, dark place for one week, shaking gently every other day.
After one week, line a fine-mesh sieve with cheesecloth or several layers of coffee filters. Strain the vodka mixture into a large bowl (at least 2 quarts).
Gently squeeze the zest to extract as much infused vodka as possible.
In a medium saucepan, combine 1 cup of granulated sugar and 1 cup of water.
Bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat, stirring occasionally until the sugar dissolves completely.
Boil for 2 minutes, then remove from heat and let the syrup cool completely.
Once cooled, add the sugar syrup to the strained lemon vodka. Stir gently to combine.
Funnel the Limoncello into your favorite sterilized bottles.
Keep the Limoncello in the freezer to chill and allow the flavors to meld further.