Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

0/5 checked
24
servings
2.5 lbs

Meyer Lemons

Rind only

10 unit

Lemon Leaves

Fresh

1 liter

Distilled Spirits

90-95% pure

1.5 lbs

Sugar

Granulated

34 ounce

Water

Filtered

Step 1
~120 min

Wash the Meyer lemons and lemon leaves thoroughly.

Step 2
~120 min

Carefully peel the lemons, removing only the yellow rind and avoiding the bitter white pith.

Step 3
~120 min

Combine the lemon rinds, lemon leaves, and distilled spirits in a sealed jar.

Step 4
~120 min

Let the mixture infuse for 2-3 weeks in a cool, dark place.

Step 5
~120 min

Towards the end of the infusion period, prepare a simple syrup by boiling sugar and water in a pan for 4 minutes.

Key Technique: Infusion
Step 6
~120 min

Allow the syrup to cool completely.

Step 7
~120 min

Combine the infused alcohol mixture with the cooled simple syrup.

Step 8
~120 min

Remove the lemon rinds and leaves from the mixture.

Step 9
~120 min

Filter the limoncello through a coffee filter or cheesecloth to remove any sediment.

Step 10
~120 min

Pour the filtered limoncello into bottles and seal tightly.

Step 11
~120 min

Place the bottles in the freezer for several hours until chilled and slightly thickened.

Step 12
~120 min

Serve ice cold.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Use the best quality ingredients for the best flavor.

Adjust the sugar to your taste.

Ensure all equipment is clean to avoid contamination.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be made weeks in advance

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Low
Smell Intensity
High
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve as an after-dinner digestif

Serve with dessert

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Fruit salad
Almond biscotti

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Italy

Cultural Significance

Traditional Italian digestif

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Christmas
Easter
Summer Celebrations

Occasion Tags

After Dinner
Celebration
Gift

Popularity Score

75/100

More Italian Digestif Recipes

Discover more delicious Italian Digestif recipes to expand your culinary repertoire