Lemon Essence Delight

This Lemon Essence Delight is a delightful and refreshing homemade liqueur that captures the essence of sunny lemons. The iconic yellow liqueur is crafted by infusing lemon zest in vodka and sweetening it with a homemade sugar syrup, resulting in a bright and zesty drink perfect for sipping on warm days. Whether enjoyed on its own or as a key ingredient in cocktails, this limoncello recipe is sure to bring a burst of citrusy joy to any occasion.

Lemon Essence Delight

A bright and zesty homemade limoncello liqueur that captures the essence of sunny lemons.

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Ingredients

  • 8 organic and unwaxed lemons
  • 1 liter vodka
  • 1.90 cups sugar
  • 4.20 cups water

Instructions

  1. Using a sharp peeler or small knife, carefully peel the zest from the lemons.
  2. Remove any white pith from the lemon peel to avoid bitterness.
  3. Place the lemon peels in a large clean jar and pour the vodka over them, ensuring complete submersion. Seal the jar and let it steep in a cool, dark place for 10-14 days.
  4. After steeping, strain the vodka through a muslin cloth, discarding the lemon peel. The liquid should have a vibrant, bright yellow color.
  5. Create a sugar syrup by boiling 2.1 cups of water with the sugar until the sugar dissolves. Then, remove from heat and add the remaining water to cool the mixture.
  6. Once the sugar syrup has completely cooled, add it to the yellow vodka.
  7. Transfer the limoncello into sterilized bottles and store in the fridge. It can last up to a year, but discard if mold appears or if it tastes off.