Lemoncello

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Ingredients

  • 6 lemons, zest of
  • 750 ml vodka
  • 3 cups water
  • 1 1/2 cups sugar

Instructions

  1. Zest six lemons and put in bottle or jar sufficient to hold approximately 1 quart.
  2. Add vodka and shake well.
  3. Set aside for 10 days, shaking periodically.
  4. On the 10th day, make a simple syrup by bringing 3 cups of water and 1 1/2 cups sugar to a boil.
  5. Strain zest from vodka and pour syrup over zest.
  6. After a few minutes, strain the zest from the simple syrup; and then discard the zest.
  7. Mix the syrup with the vodka, and place in bottles.
  8. Keep in freezer.
  9. (Don't worry, it won't freeze.) Must be served ICY COLD!
  10. Serving in chilled glasses is an extra nice touch.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

111 kcal 6% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 1g 2% DV
Total Fat 0.2g
Carbs 12.3g 4% DV
Fiber 1.1g 4% DV
Sugar 0g

Electrolytes

Sodium 4.5mg
Potassium 243mg 5% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin C 9.7mg 11% DV
Calcium 24.8mg 2% DV
Iron 2.2mg 12% 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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