It’s Limoncino time! Don’t you mean Limoncello? Well, yes and no — while both drinks are made from essentially the same ingredients, they have different names. And like most things Italian, it’s a regional thing. In the North, around the Portofino/Cinque Terre region (close to Lucca), it’s Limoncino. In the South, around Naples/Sorrento, it’s Limoncello.
Limoncino is an Italian liqueur made from lemons and is traditionally served chilled as an after-dinner digestivo. It’s a relatively simple process, but it does take time and skill to master! And Chef Claudio is the master.
How it’s made
Lemon zest, or peels without the pith, is steeped in spirits until the oil is released. This process takes some time. The resulting yellow liquid is then mixed with simple syrup. Varying the sugar-to-water ratio and the temperature affects the clarity, viscosity, and flavor. Ours is made in small batches to ensure a quality product every time.
How it’s best enjoyed
This liqueur is delicious and refreshing on its own, but at 100 proof can be a bit strong for beginners — it’s fine to dilute it with sparkling water or club soda, and makes a festive co*cktail when poured into a champagne flute and topped off with Prosecco.
It’s best to keep it in the freezer so that it’s served super-cold. Don’t worry about it freezing, the alcohol keeps it in a liquid state.
Buy a bottle to take home
The next time you dine with us at Lucca, try a taste after dinner. You can even purchase a bottle to take home with you and enjoy whenever the craving hits you. Each bottle is $26 and is only available for purchase at the restaurant. Ask your server or bartender for details.
Well, yes and no — while both drinks are made from essentially the same ingredients, they have different names. And like most things Italian, it's a regional thing. In the North, around the Portofino/Cinque Terre region (close to Lucca), it's Limoncino.In the South, around Naples/Sorrento, it's Limoncello.
It's used in many dishes and gives Limoncello its light and zingy taste. You should always store Limoncello either in the refrigerator or the freezer. If you have spare bottles keep them away from direct light, since it will alter the flavour.
Typically, limoncello is served following a meal at a traditional restaurant or within the walls (or on the patio) of the Italian home. Lemon is known to aid in digestion, which is why this delicious beverage it is often served after lunch or dinner as a tasty treat.
Limoncello may not be a protected term, but true limoncello liqueurs are only made using the peel of one of two varieties of lemon, Sfusato and Sorrento.
Sometimes also known as 'Lemoncello', or 'Limoncino', which comes from 'limone' - the Italian word for lemons, this silky, lemon liqueur is often served chilled in a small glass as an after-dinner digestive, enjoyed on its own or mixed into co*cktails.It can also be used to make a refreshing sorbet or granita.
Limoncello is commonly served 'straight', without ice in either a shot glass or tulip tasting glass.Limoncello is poured directly from the freezer, to be consumed freezing cold. This is how you can truly taste the full flavour of the limoncello.
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