Limoncello Bliss

Limoncello Bliss is a delightful homemade lemon-flavored liqueur that brings a taste of Italy to your glass. This refreshing drink is made by infusing lemon zest in vodka and combining it with a sweet syrup, resulting in a luscious and invigorating cocktail. Perfect for sipping on a warm summer day or as a palate cleanser after a delicious meal.

Limoncello Bliss

A refreshing and citrusy homemade limoncello liqueur, perfect for enjoying on its own or as a delightful ingredient in cocktails.

4.22 from 30 votes
Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 15 mins
Total Time 30 mins

Ingredients

  • Zest of 1 lemon
  • 1 1/2 oz vodka
  • 1 1/2 tbsp white sugar
  • 2 oz water
  • ice

Instructions

  1. Carefully zest one lemon, ensuring to only scrape the outer yellow skin.
  2. Place the lemon zest in a glass jar and pour in the vodka. Loosely cover and let it infuse for 1 week at room temperature.
  3. In a saucepan, combine the white sugar and water, then bring to a boil without stirring. Let the syrup boil for 15 minutes, then allow it to cool to room temperature.
  4. After the week is up, stir the vodka infusion into the cooled syrup.
  5. Strain the mixture into a glass bottle and seal it with a cork. Allow it to age at room temperature for 2 weeks.
  6. Store the bottled limoncello in the freezer until icy cold.
  7. Serve the homemade limoncello in chilled shot glasses for a refreshing treat.