How do you drink limoncello liqueur?
When serving limoncello, always pour it straight from the freezer, and preferably in chilled cordial or shot glasses. The colder the limoncello, the better the flavor. Like a romantic evening, limoncello should be savored slowly.
Is limoncello an alcohol?
Limoncello is an Italian lemon liqueur made with lemon zest, sugar, and neutral alcohol (usually vodka). It’s the second most popular liqueur in Italy after Campari.
How do you chill limoncello?
Chill a serving glass by filling it with ice. Leave the ice in the glass for a few minutes, then dump it out when you’re ready to pour the limoncello. Using a warm glass is fine if you don’t have time to chill anything, but a cold glass helps draw out the limoncello’s flavor.
Should I refrigerate limoncello?
Limoncello does not require refrigeration for long-term storage. However, as is the tradition along the Amalfi Coast, we highly recommend chilling Fiore Limoncello either in the refrigerator or preferably in the freezer for several hours prior to serving.
What food goes with limoncello?
Pair with Spuntini (Italian for “small bites”):
- Bruschetta.
- Caprese salad with tomatoes, fresh basil and mozzarella cheese.
- Italian meats as mortadella, bresaola, prosciutto di Parma and salami.
- Smoked salmon tartine or tartare.
What does Cello mean in limoncello?
The term ‘Cello’ is actually just a nickname for someone. The full name of this word is violoncello, which means a small large viol in Italian.
What are Amalfi lemons?
Amalfi Coast lemons are a traditional lemon variety (Citus limon) from the Amalfi Coast region of Italy. This variety was originally developed as a cross between small, local lemons and bitter oranges. They are also called Sfusato Amalfitano in Italian.
What type of lemons are used in limoncello?
Traditionally, limoncello is made from the zest of Femminello St. Teresa lemons, also known as Sorrento or Sfusato lemons. Lemon zest, or peels without the pith, is steeped in rectified spirit until the oil is released.
Should limoncello be kept in the freezer?