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Ingredients
- Makes one medium decanter of limoncello
- 500g/1 lb lemons, preferably organic
- 500ml/2 cups grain alcohol or vodka
- 700ml/3 cups water
- 250g/8 oz granulated sugar
- 500g/1 lb lemons
- 500ml/2 cups grain alcohol or vodka
- 700ml/3 cups water
- 250g/8 oz granulated sugar
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