Sunny Citrus Burst

Sunny Citrus Burst is a refreshing and zesty limoncello liqueur that captures the essence of sun-ripened lemons. This iconic yellow liqueur, with its sweet yet tangy flavor, is perfect for sipping on its own or as a delightful addition to cocktails and desserts. With just a few simple ingredients and a bit of patience, you can craft your own homemade limoncello that is sure to brighten any occasion.

Sunny Citrus Burst

A refreshing and zesty limoncello liqueur with a sweet yet tangy flavor, perfect for sipping or mixing in cocktails and desserts.

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Ingredients

  • 8 organic unwaxed lemons
  • 33.80 oz vodka
  • 2 cups sugar
  • 33.80 oz water

Instructions

  1. Use a sharp peeler or small knife to carefully peel the zest from the lemons.
  2. Remove any white pith from the lemon peel to avoid bitterness.
  3. Place the lemon peels in a large clean jar and pour the vodka over them, ensuring the peels are completely submerged. Seal the jar and let it steep in a cool, dark place for 10-14 days.
  4. Strain the infused vodka through a muslin cloth, discarding the lemon peel. The liquid should have turned a bright yellow.
  5. Create a sugar syrup by boiling 2 cups of water with the sugar until the sugar has dissolved.
  6. Remove the sugar syrup from the heat and stir in the remaining 2 cups of cold water to cool the mixture down.
  7. Once the sugar syrup is completely cooled, add it to the yellow vodka.
  8. Transfer the limoncello to sterilized bottles and store it in the fridge. The liqueur should last for up to a year, but discard if mold appears or if it tastes off.