Limoncello

I had my first Limoncello a few years ago at a local restaurant located in Oklahoma City. Normally I would never order a ‘lemon’ drink, but I was with friends and they swore by them. And they were right. It was so sweet and tart…and chilled just right. I was hooked and you will be too.

When researching this recipe, I honestly didn’t realize I would need to let the lemons sit for a few weeks before I could enjoy this yummy drink, but it’s so worth the wait.

For this recipe, there is Part 1, preparing the lemons and Part 2 is making the drink. Preparing the lemons only takes a few minutes, but the mixture will have to sit for 1 - 3 weeks before we can enjoy it.

*While this drink is sweet, it is very strong.*

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Limoncello

Serving: 4 | Prep time: 15 minutes & shelf time 1 - 3 weeks | Cooking Time: 0 minutes

Ingredients:

• 10 organic lemons

• 3 cups of vodka

• 1 cup of simple syrup or sugar

You will need:

• container with a top airtight lid

• veggie peeler

• mesh strainer

Instructions:

Part 1:

With the veggie peeler, peeler all lemons. Do not peel the white part of the lemon, only the outer yellow part.

Place all peels in a container and add vodka.

Place top on container and place in a dark cool section of your kitchen.

Store for 1 - 3 weeks

Part 2:

Strain all contents into a different container.

Start adding sugar by adding 1/4 at a time. Taste and continue adding until you get the taste you like.

Store in a airtight container in the refrigerator.

Prepare:

Add 4 oz of drink into shaker with ice. Shake and serve in a martini glass.

Enjoy.