What is supposed to be a terrifyingly strong yet incredibly delicious lemon infused liqueur, the basic flavour of Limoncello is reminiscent of the tiny lemon candies that we all loved as children; except for the fact that this pungent concoction is very high on alcohol content. Fragrant, tangy and mildly sweet, a small sip of this deceptive looking citrus delight will hit your senses like a hurricane. And an elaborate process is involved in the preparation of one of the most celebrated beverages of the Italian Riviera―rectified spirit is used to macerate lemon peels until they release their oils. The bright yellow liquid obtained as a result is then drenched in sugar syrup and finally packed in attractive glass bottles that come in interesting shapes. They sell like hot cakes.
Limoncello is largely manufactured in Southern Italy with Sorrento and Capri being the major producers. It is usually served as a digestif and also has a slightly creamier version with a considerably less amount of alcohol. You ought to commemorate your Italian affair by drinking this wickedly tangy creation to your heart’s content and make sure you carry a bottle home because sudden Limoncello cravings are inevitable. I bought mine from a mini exhibition in the beautiful town of Capri and since I have exhausted my stock, I absolutely need to take another trip. That's exactly how addictive this beauty is.
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