Limoncello is an Italian lemon liqueur made by steeping lemon zest in high proof alcohol, then sweetening the infusion with a sugar syrup. It is traditionally associated with southern Italy, particularly the Amalfi Coast, the island of Capri, and Sicily, regions known for growing large, fragrant lemon varieties well suited to the liqueurs bright citrus flavor. Limoncello is typically served well chilled as a digestif after meals, and its bright yellow color and strong lemon aroma have made it a widely recognized symbol of southern Italian food culture, produced commercially and also still commonly made at home from family recipes.
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Origin Regioncompeting claims place its creation in Sicily, Amalfi coast villages, or Capri, with disputed dates Connections
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1. Limoncello - Wikipedia
History sectionQuote, History section
it was first made on the Amalfi coast, where several villages and islands claim to be its place of origin.
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