Limoncello

Limoncello is an Italian lemon liqueur traditionally made by macerating lemon zest in pure alcohol with the addition of sugar syrup. It originates from the Campania region, particularly the Amalfi Coast, Capri, and Sorrento, where it is produced from local large lemons. It has a bright yellow color, intense lemon aroma, and sweet taste with refreshing acidity. Traditional alcohol content ranges from about twenty-five to thirty percent. It is served ice-cold as a digestif after meals. In cooking, it is used in desserts, tiramisu, panna cotta, ice cream, sorbets, and cocktails like spritz or martini.