Quick homemade limoncello

How Maurice does it

1. 1

   Peel 3 lemons, taking only the yellow zest and avoiding the white pith.

2. 2

   In a small pot, combine the lemon peels and 300 ml vodka. Heat over low heat for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.

3. 3

   In a separate pot, bring 200 ml water to a simmer, add 150 g sugar, and stir until fully dissolved to make a sugar syrup.

4. 4

   Strain the vodka mixture through a fine sieve into a measuring cup or bowl, discarding the peels.

5. 5

   Pour the sugar syrup into the strained vodka mixture and whisk to combine.

6. 6

   Place the mixture in the freezer for 30 minutes to chill.

7. 7

   Place fresh mint leaves in a glass. Pour the chilled limoncello over the mint, add ice cubes, and stir gently.

8. 8

   Serve immediately. (Note: keep away from cats—alcohol is toxic to them.)