Limoncello (lemon liqueur)

8 servings

60 minutes

Limoncello is a refined Italian liqueur known for its bright lemon flavor and soft, sweet texture. Its origins trace back to southern Italy, where this sunny drink has become an integral part of hospitality traditions. Classic limoncello is made from lemon zest steeped in alcohol and then mixed with a milk-sugar base, creating a delicate, velvety taste with citrus notes. This liqueur is perfect as a digestif after dinner and can also be used in cocktails and desserts, adding a refreshing aroma to dishes. It is served chilled to reveal the rich palette of flavors that fill every drop of this famous drink.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 639.9
• Proteins: 5.8g
• Fats: 4.5g
• Carbohydrates: 70.1g

Ingredients

• Milk: 1 l
• Lemon zest: 5 pc
• Drinking alcohol: 350 ml
• Sugar: 0.5 kg

Cooking steps

1. Cut the lemon zest and leave it in alcohol for at least a day, then strain.

   Required ingredients:

   • Lemon zest: 5 piece
   • Drinking alcohol: 350 ml

2. Boil milk with sugar and let it cool.

   Required ingredients:

   • Milk: 1 l
   • Sugar: 0.5 kg

3. Pour the mixture of zest and alcohol into the milk.

   Required ingredients:

   • Lemon zest: 5 piece
   • Drinking alcohol: 350 ml
   • Milk: 1 l

4. Leave in the refrigerator for a day. After that, it can be consumed.

   Required ingredients:

   • Milk: 1 l

5. Pour into bottles and keep in the refrigerator (or freezer), maximum 5 months.

   Required ingredients:

   • Milk: 1 l