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How To Choose The Best Grain Liquor For Homemade Limoncello By Dylan Murray Nov. 23, 2025 4:39 pm EST

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Limoncello is a liqueur that balances its strength with a fitting amount of sweetness, making it a great drink for a fun night out. However, if you've ever wanted to try your hand at making limoncello at home for your family and friends or just for a night in, there are a few things to keep in mind when it comes to exactly what ingredients you use. While traditional limoncello is exclusively made from lemons grown on Italy's Amalfi Coast or on Capri , the real difference-maker for homemade versions of the liqueur is actually all about the proof of alcohol you use; ideally, a high-proof grain alcohol should be us

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