Lemon Drop Liqueur

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Ingredients

  • 2 cups sugar
  • 1 cup water
  • 5 lemon rinds, cut into strips
  • 3 cups vodka
  • 1/4 cup lemon juice

Instructions

  1. Combine sugar and water in a medium saucepan; cook over medium heat 5 minutes or until sugar dissolves, stirring constantly. Remove from heat; stir in rind. Cool completely. Stir in vodka and lemon juice.
  2. Sterilize 2 wide-mouthed, 1-quart jars according to manufacturer's directions. Divide vodka mixture between jars. Cover each jar with metal lid; screw on band. Store in a cool, dark place for 3 weeks, shaking jar every other day.
  3. Line a fine-mesh sieve with a double layer of cheesecloth; strain mixture through cheesecloth into a bowl. Discard solids. Return liqueur to jars or clean decanter; store chilled in refrigerator or freezer.
  4. Note: Mixture will keep in the freezer for up to a year.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

92 kcal 5% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 0.6g 1% DV
Total Fat 0.1g
Carbs 7.3g 3% DV
Fiber 1.1g 4% DV
Sugar 0.4g 1% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 10.3mg
Potassium 90.3mg 2% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin C 9.1mg 10% DV
Calcium 10.5mg 1% DV
Iron 0.2mg 1% DV

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).

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