Lemoncello

Directions

1. 1
   Zest the 15 lemons try not to get any white pith with it.
2. 2
   ( I use a vegtable peeler)Put the zest into the glass jar.
3. 3
   Pour in one bottle of Vodka.
4. 4
   Store in a dark closet for 40 days.
5. 5
   Shake the jar at least once a week just to move the zest around.You will see the vodka picking up the yellow color from the zest.
6. 6
   After the first 40 Days: Pour in the second bottle of Vodka.And also make a Simple Syrup with the 4 Cups of Sugar and 5 Cups of water.Put the water in a pot on the stove and add the sugar.
7. 7
   Heat just long enough to dissolve the sugar.
8. 8
   Let the syrup cool to room temp.
9. 9
   Then add it to the jar as well.
10. 10
    Let that now sit in the dark closet for 40 more day and shake it once a week as well.
11. 11
    After the next 40 days Strain out the zest and rebottle.
12. 12
    It is now ready to drink.