My cointreau recipe has been getting much attention recently…. so I thought some of you might also like to try your hand at making Limoncino. There’s still time to make a batch before Christmas.
Oldfarm Limoncino
I have a plan to try to make a coffee liqueur too… will keep you posted as to how that goes.
Once again this recipe is taken from Paulo Tullio’s book.
I’ve already made one batch this year, and the second batch is ‘brewing’ away.
This does improve with age. However, it never lasts long enough to ‘age’ in this house.
I make extra bottles to give as gifts, and then keep a supply for ourselves!
Ingredients:
- 6 x large lemons (rind only)
- 500 ml Vodka or poitin
- 200 grams sugar
- A little water
Method:
Peel rind from well washed lemons avoiding the bitter pith.
Put the lemon peel into a jar with a lid. (I have used an empty screw top wine bottle.) Cover with the half litre of vodka. Store for 21 days, giving it a shake every few days.
When the time is up, strain the vodka from the bottle. Dissolve 200 grams of sugar in as little water as possible over a low heat. Add the sugar syrup to the strained alcohol and bottle it sterilised jars.
Store in a cool place.
When ready to serve chill and enjoy.
A Year In Redwood 