Limoncello

Directions

1. 1
   Carefully remove the zest from the lemons using a microplane or rasp grater, being careful not to remove any of the white pith.
2. 2
   Reserve the lemons to make lemonade or squeeze and freeze the juice for later use.
3. 3
   Put the lemon zest into a lidded glass container that is at least 2-quarts in size.
4. 4
   Pour the vodka over the zest, and let sit in a cool dark place for 7 days.
5. 5
   After 7 days, strain the liquid through a fine mesh strainer lined with muslin or several layers of cheesecloth and return the vodka to the container.
6. 6
   Combine the water and sugar in a small saucepan set over high heat and cook, stirring continually, until the sugar is completely dissolved, approximately 3 minutes.
7. 7
   Once completely cool, add the sugar syrup to the vodka, and stir to combine.
8. 8
   Cover and put the container in the freezer for at least 4 hours.
9. 9
   Limoncello can be stored in the freezer for up to a year.