Italian Limoncello Recipe

How to Make Italian Limoncello

Previous Post Next Post

If you're looking for the best Italian Limoncello recipe, you can find it right here along with just about any other drink. From what's in a Italian Limoncello to exactly how to mix and make the Italian Limoncello drink, whether your a bartender, mixologist, or just having fun at your home, CrystalMixer has just about every drink and variation you need. This recipe version is made with these ingredients: vodka, sugar, water, lemons. With all of today's fancy technology, we simplify the bartenders guide. We have all the Liqueurs you can possibly create. Check out the ingredients and instructions below to learn how to make your Italian Limoncello drink, then finally enjoy this awesome mixed drink!


Italian Limoncello Recipe Ingredients

2/5 part100 proof vodka
4 cups sugar
5 cups water
zest of 15 fresh lemons

Italian Limoncello Drink Recipe Instructions

1. Wash the lemons with a vegetable brush and hot water to remove any reside of pesticides or wax. Carefully zest the lemons with a zester or vegetable peeler so there is no white pith on the peel.

In a 1-gallon glass jar, add one fifth vodka and the lemon zest. Cover the jar and let sit at room temperature for at least 10 days, and up to 40 days in a cool dark place.

3. In a large saucepan, combine the sugar and water and cook until thickened, appx. 5 to 7 minutes. Let the syrup cool before adding it to the limoncello mixture. Add the additional fifth of vodka. Allow to rest for another 10 to 40 days.

4. After the rest period, strain and bottle, discarding the lemon zest. Keep in the freezer until ready to serve.

Please note that there are many ways and variations to make Italian Limoncello. The Italian Limoncello recipe above is the most common way to make this drink, you can always improvise with your own twist and enjoy. You can also find many other variations of this drink on our website, just use our search to see more. CrystalMixer.com is intended for responsible adults of legal drinking age in the United States of America (21 years old or older). It is purely intended for guidance. Please do NOT drink and drive. If you need transportation, use a designated driver or a taxi service. And please be careful when crossing the street after drinking. Remember to drink responsibly! Lastly, have fun!


Similar Drinks with Similar Ingredients