★Ingredients
5–6 lemons (preferably organic)
500 ml (2 cups) of water
500 ml (2 cups) of high-proof alcohol (like vodka or grain alcohol)
300–350 grams (1.5 cups) of sugar
★Instructions
- Peel the Lemons: Carefully peel the lemons, removing only the yellow part of the skin (avoid the white pith, as it can make the liqueur bitter).
- Infuse the Alcohol: Place the lemon peels in a large glass jar and pour the alcohol over them. Seal the jar and let it sit in a cool, dark place for about 7–10 days to infuse. Shake the jar occasionally to mix.
- Make the Syrup: After the infusion period, prepare a sugar syrup by heating the water and sugar together in a saucepan. Stir until the sugar dissolves completely, then let it cool.
- Combine and Filter: Once the syrup is cool, mix it with the infused alcohol. Strain the lemon peels from the mixture and pour the liqueur into bottles.
- Store: Seal the bottles and let the liqueur rest for an additional week or more for the flavors to blend. Serve chilled.
Enjoy!