Description
A classic Italian lemon liqueur made by infusing fresh lemon zest in a neutral spirit and blending with a simple syrup for a smooth, sweet, and tangy finish.
Ingredients
- 10 large lemons (organic preferred)
- 750 ml high-proof neutral spirit
- 3 cups granulated sugar
- 4 cups water
Instructions
- Wash and dry lemons thoroughly.
- Peel the zest carefully, avoiding the white pith.
- Place zest in a large glass jar and pour the neutral spirit over it.
- Seal and store in a cool, dark place for 10–21 days, shaking occasionally.
- Prepare simple syrup by heating water and sugar until dissolved, then cool completely.
- Strain the infused liquid to remove zest.
- Mix strained liquid with cooled syrup.
- Taste and adjust sweetness if needed.
- Bottle and let rest for a few days.
- Store in freezer and serve chilled.
Notes
- Avoid white pith to prevent bitterness.
- Longer infusion gives stronger flavor.
- Adjust sugar for desired sweetness.
- Store in freezer for best texture.
- Keeps up to 1 year.
- Can be used in cocktails or desserts.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Infusion
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
