Source: Dzevoniia, AdobeStock Italian Limoncello is the most popular lemon liqueur in the world. It's infused with lemon zest, not made from juice or pulp, resulting in a very bright, aromatic, and slightly tart flavor. Limoncello is excellent on its own, but it truly shines in cocktails. We're sharing 20 of the best recipes!
1. Sparkling Limoncello
Source: pinterest.comOne of the easiest and most popular cocktails.
You'll need: 30 ml Limoncello, 20 ml orange juice, sparkling wine, ice.
Preparation: In a shaker with ice, shake Limoncello and orange juice. Strain into a champagne flute and top with sparkling wine.
2. Lemon Martini
Source: mirtesen.ruWe recommend garnishing the glass with a thin sugar rim.
You'll need: 15 ml Limoncello, 60 ml vodka, 30 ml lemon juice, 20 ml simple syrup, ice.
Preparation: Fill a shaker with crushed ice and pour in all ingredients. Shake the cocktail thoroughly and strain it into a chilled glass.
3. Pomegranate Daiquiri with Limoncello
Source: manusmenu.comA beloved cocktail for pleasant, carefree evenings.
You'll need: 30 ml light rum, 10 ml Limoncello, 10 ml lime juice, 5 ml simple syrup, 75 g pomegranate seeds, ice.
Preparation: Muddle the pomegranate seeds directly in the shaker. Add ice and the remaining ingredients, shake the cocktail thoroughly, and strain it into a chilled glass.
4. Mandarin Cocktail with Limoncello and Vermouth
Source: top5-top10.ruA very unusual Limoncello cocktail that will delight you in both winter and summer.
You'll need: 50 ml mandarin juice, 30 ml Limoncello, 20 ml white vermouth, ice.
Preparation: Fill a shaker with crushed ice and pour in all ingredients. Shake well and strain the cocktail into a chilled glass.
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5. Limoncello Fizz
Source: ru.inshaker.comA cocktail with fresh egg white – fluffy, airy, and light.
You'll need: 60 ml Limoncello, 60 ml Chardonnay wine, 3 sprigs of thyme, 1 cup ice, 1 egg white, 1 tsp gin, soda water.
Preparation: Thoroughly muddle and strain the thyme with Limoncello. Then, add Limoncello, gin, egg white, Chardonnay, and crushed ice to a blender and blend until foamy. Pour into chilled glasses and top the cocktail with soda water.
6. Orange Cocktail with Limoncello
Source: oursweetadventures.comVery simple, quick, and light in every sense.
You'll need: 30 ml Limoncello, 100 ml orange juice, 2 drops of grenadine, ice.
Preparation: Fill a glass with crushed ice, pour in Limoncello and orange juice, and stir gently. Add a few drops of grenadine to the glass for color.
7. Limoncello Margarita
Source: barlist.ruA citrus version of the world-famous Margarita cocktail.
You'll need: 30 ml tequila, 20 ml Limoncello, 20 ml orange juice, 20 ml lime juice, ice.
Preparation: Fill a shaker with ice, pour in all ingredients, and shake well. Strain the cocktail into a chilled glass.
8. Ice Cream Cocktail with Limoncello
Source: pinterest.comAn original cocktail for when you want to experiment.
You'll need: 400 g ice cream, 150 ml Limoncello, 400 ml champagne.
Preparation: Place a scoop of ice cream in each glass. Drizzle each scoop with Limoncello and top the cocktail with champagne to taste.
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9. Raspberry Cocktail with Limoncello and Champagne
Source: vk.comOne of the most summery cocktail recipes in this selection!
You'll need: 1 lemon wedge, 4 basil leaves, 5-8 raspberries, 15 ml Limoncello, 30 ml lemon vodka, 0.5 tsp sugar, champagne, ice.
Preparation: Muddle basil, lemon, raspberries, and sugar in a glass. Add ice, then pour in Limoncello and vodka. Stir the cocktail and top it with champagne.
10. Cocktail with Limoncello and Vodka
Source: dzen.ruFresh, cold, and especially good with mint leaves for aroma.
You'll need: 50 ml vodka, 30 ml Limoncello, 3 mint leaves, ice.
Preparation: Fill a shaker with crushed ice and thoroughly shake all ingredients in it. Strain the cocktail into a chilled glass.
11. Roman Lemonade
Source: zdorovogotovim.ruFor a more original version, you can use rhubarb syrup instead of grenadine.
You'll need: 45 ml vodka, 90 ml lemonade, 20 ml Limoncello, 20 ml Chambord liqueur, 15 ml grenadine.
Preparation: Mix everything except the lemonade in a shaker and strain into a glass with ice. Top the cocktail with cold lemonade.
12. Milkshake with Limoncello
Source: pinterest.comTry it once, and you'll instantly fall in love.
You'll need: 200 g ice cream, 100 ml 20% fat cream, 1 tsp lemon zest, 25 ml Limoncello.
Preparation: Heat the cream with lemon zest almost to boiling, let it infuse for 15 minutes, and strain. Add all ingredients to a blender and blend the cocktail until smooth.
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13. Cucumber Cocktail with Limoncello
Source: ardmediathek.deThis cocktail is sometimes called royal, and for good reason.
You'll need: 1/2 large cucumber, 8 ml lime juice, 60 ml gin, 20 ml Limoncello, 120 ml tonic, ice.
Preparation: Peel the cucumber, remove the seeds, and blend the pulp with lime juice. Shake gin, Limoncello, and a little ice in a shaker. Add the cucumber juice and shake again. Strain everything into a glass with ice and top with tonic.
14. Cocktail with Limoncello and Tequila
Source: mavink.comWe recommend traditionally making a salt rim.
You'll need: 60 ml tequila, 45 ml Limoncello, 30 ml lemon juice, 30 ml simple syrup, ice.
Preparation: Fill a shaker with crushed ice, pour in all ingredients, and shake thoroughly. Strain the cocktail into a chilled glass.
15. Cuban Limoncello
Source: dzen.ruThe finished cocktail can be garnished with a lemon or lime wedge.
You'll need: 40 ml Coca-Cola, 25 ml light rum, 15 ml Limoncello, ice.
Preparation: In a shaker, mix light rum and Limoncello and strain them into a glass with ice. Top the cocktail with cold cola.
16. Martini Mojito
Source: pinterest.comA whimsical intertwining of two popular drinks that definitely deserves attention.
You'll need: 20 ml Limoncello, 40 ml white rum, 30 ml Martini Extra Dry vermouth, 20 ml simple syrup, 1 ml Angostura bitters, 75 ml soda water, 1/4 lime, 10 mint leaves, ice.
Preparation: Lightly muddle mint and lime directly in the glass, then fill it with crushed ice. Pour in the simple syrup and all the alcohol in order. Then top with soda water, stir the cocktail with a bar spoon, and dash with Angostura bitters.
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17. Cocktail with Limoncello and Peach Schnapps
Source: folhago.com.brNot the simplest recipe due to the number of ingredients, but very delicious.
You'll need: 45 ml vodka, 15 ml peach schnapps, 45 ml Limoncello, 45 ml orange juice, 15 ml Chambord liqueur, 45 ml cranberry juice, ice.
Preparation: In a shaker with ice, mix vodka, Limoncello, schnapps, and orange juice. Strain into a glass with fresh ice. Separately mix cranberry juice and Chambord liqueur, and pour it on top – this will create a gradient.
18. Lemon Daiquiri
Source: indiatimes.comFor a brighter aroma, add a couple of drops of citrus bitters to the finished cocktail.
You'll need: 50 ml light rum, 30 ml Limoncello, 15 ml lime juice, 7 ml cane syrup, 0.5 tsp grated ginger, ice.
Preparation: Fill a shaker with ice, add all ingredients, and shake thoroughly. Strain the daiquiri into a chilled glass.
19. Pink Limoncello
Source: polardry.comThe main feature of this cocktail is its very delicate and romantic pink hue.
You'll need: 30 ml vodka, 15 ml Limoncello, 5 ml cranberry juice, ice.
Preparation: Fill a glass with crushed ice and pour in vodka and Limoncello. Add a little cranberry juice and gently stir the cocktail with a bar spoon.
20. Millennial Kamikaze
Source: muzoktcrb.ruBehind the whimsical name lies a strong yet very refreshing cocktail.
You'll need: 45 ml citrus vodka, 15 ml Triple Sec liqueur, 15 ml Limoncello, 45 ml lime juice, ice.
Preparation: Fill a shaker with ice, pour in all ingredients, and shake well. Strain the cocktail into a chilled glass.