Lemoncello Drinks Non Alcoholic
Enjoy this easy, non-alcoholic lemoncello drink that’s fresh, sweet, and full of lemon flavor. Made with just a few simple ingredients, it’s perfect for any time you want a cool, tasty treat. Chill it well, add ice or sparkling water if you like, and enjoy a bright, refreshing drink everyone will love!
Equipment
- Fine grater or zester
- Medium saucepan
- Glass jar with lid
- Sieve or strainer
- Measuring cups
Ingredients
- 5 large lemons
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 cup water
- 2 cup cold water
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Wash the lemons well. Use a peeler to take off the yellow skin, but try not to get the white part.
- Put the lemon peels in a bowl.
- Pour 1 cup of water and 1 cup of sugar into a small pot. Heat on medium and stir until the sugar melts.
- Add the lemon peels to the pot. Let it simmer for 10 minutes.
- Turn off the heat and let the syrup cool for 30 minutes.
- Take out the lemon peels and pour the syrup into a pitcher.
- Add 2 cups of cold water and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract. Stir well.
- Put the pitcher in the fridge for at least 2 hours to chill.
- When ready to serve, pour into glasses and add ice if you like.
Notes
- Use fresh, organic lemons if you can for the best flavor.
- Avoid the white part of the lemon peel to keep the drink from tasting bitter.
- You can adjust the sugar to make the drink sweeter or less sweet.