Limoncello

This famous bright yellow and citrus-filled digestif may remind you of Italian summer holidays on the Amalfi coast, but it’s actually surprisingly easy to make at home. Whip up a batch and within two weeks you can be drinking it all summer long. Add a decorative bottle to the mix and you have an impressive homemade gift too!

Amalfi or Meyer lemons produce a lovely flavour if you can get hold of them, but regular organic lemons are certainly good enough. It’s important to use organic lemons when making limoncello as the alcohol will absorb everything from the peel – including any residual pesticides. The recipe is easily adaptable; add or reduce the sugar depending on how sweet you like your drinks, or add more or less water to adjust the strength of the liquor. If you’re keen on this digestif, why not experiment with other citrus fruits such as orange or grapefruit?