5 limoncello cocktails
This famous Italian lemon liqueur is a classic after-dinner digestif but also makes for a versatile cocktail ingredient – use to whip up zesty spritzes, negronis, aperitifs and more
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5 limoncello cocktails to try
Limoncello and thyme collins
This recipe includes instructions for making your own limoncello but shop bought will work just as well. Lemon and thyme are a winning flavour pairing and work perfectly in this riff on a classic tom collins gin cocktail.
Limoncello spritz
Aperol isn't the only way you can make a spritz – lots of other Italian bitters and liqueurs work really well in this iconic summer drink. Here, we've used limoncello for a refreshing aperitif.
The Lively Australian
Limoncello and semi-dry white vermouth are key to this long, refreshing cocktail. Garnish with grapefruit and basil for extra zesty, herbal flavour.
Sgroppino
This icy number uses limoncello and lemon ice cream for a cooling drink that also doubles as an easy dessert for a summer dinner party.
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Limoncello negroni
Limoncello works surprisingly well in a negroni in place of vermouth, served over ice and garnished with a lemon twist.
Limoncello
Vodka, sugar and the best-quality lemons you can find – homemade limoncello really is that simple. Enjoy as an aperitif or digestif or use to make any of the cocktails above.
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