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.
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
- Carefully zest one lemon, ensuring to only scrape the outer yellow skin.
- 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.
- 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.
- After the week is up, stir the vodka infusion into the cooled syrup.
- Strain the mixture into a glass bottle and seal it with a cork. Allow it to age at room temperature for 2 weeks.
- Store the bottled limoncello in the freezer until icy cold.
- Serve the homemade limoncello in chilled shot glasses for a refreshing treat.