Limoncello
Ingredients
- 10 lemons
- 1 bottle vodka
- 1 cup simple syrup
Method
Use a vegetable peeler or zester to remove the peels from all of the lemons, avoiding removing the bitter white pith. Place the lemon peels in a large jar and cover with the alcohol. Allow the peels to steep for four weeks somewhere dark, like a closet or cabinet. Strain the infused vodka into a large bowl and discard the lemon peels. Add one cup of simple syrup to the infused vodka and stir. Taste for sweetness, adding more simple syrup as desired. Use a funnel to bottle the limoncello and return to a dark area for two more weeks for the flavor to mellow. Chill thoroughly in the freezer before serving.