Recipe courtesy of Michael Chiarello
Recipe courtesy of Michael Chiarello
Episode:
Gaucho Gusto
Limoncello
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- Level: Easy
- Total: 20 min
- Prep: 15 min
- Cook: 5 min
- Yield: 30 servings
You can make this with any citrus. The key is using the best and freshest citrus possible. Fruit that has been in storage a long time gives a muddy taste to the drink.
- Level: Easy
- Total: 20 min
- Prep: 15 min
- Cook: 5 min
- Yield: 30 servings
Ingredients
Directions
- Put the lemon peels, lavender, if using, and rum or vodka in a container and let stand for 4 weeks.
- Strain the mixture into a decanter.
- Mix the sugar and water in a medium saucepan and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat and simmer until the sugar has dissolved. Let cool before adding to the rum mixture.
- Serve in small aperitif glasses.
- Store in the freezer for up to 1 year.
