Wie trinkt man Limoncello pur?
What is the proper way to drink limoncello?
Limoncello is commonly served 'straight', without ice in either a shot glass or tulip tasting glass. Limoncello is poured directly from the freezer, to be consumed freezing cold. This is how you can truly taste the full flavour of the limoncello.
Do you drink limoncello before or after dinner?
In Italy, limoncello is often enjoyed as an aperitif (before a meal) or a digestif (after a meal). Regardless, limoncello is often served chilled (but not over ice) to exalt its flavors. It's usually served in a shot glass or a small ceramic cup because of its high alcohol content.
What do you eat limoncello with?
Limoncello is a natural companion to many classic Italian desserts, such as panna cotta, tiramisu and ricotta pie. It can also be added to these recipes for a nice twist. For simple yet sublime dishes, pour chilled limoncello over fresh fruit, gelato or pound cake.
How much alcohol is in limoncello?
30%
The pure lemon flavor is like no other liqueur. How much alcohol is in limoncello? It is 30% ABV (alcohol by volume), so it has a relatively high alcohol content for a liqueur.
Do you sip or take shots of limoncello?
Knowing how to drink limoncello will help you achieve the authentic limoncello experience. Drink it straight from the freezer in shot glasses. Cold lemon liqueur should be sipped slowly, although its pungent and invigorating taste makes it go down easily.
Can U Get drunk on limoncello?
Limoncello has an alcohol content of 25-30% ABV, which is more than strong enough to get you drunk.
Is limoncello good for health?
Lemon oil is a carminative, which is why limoncello is categorized as a digestif liqueur—it aids in digestion, especially after diving into a big meal (see more on this below). Because lemon is a citrus fruit, it's packed with Vitamin C.
Why do Italians drink limoncello after a meal?
A popular Italian tradition, it is typically served after dessert and coffee courses at the end of a meal, aiding digestion, settling the stomach and prolonging the sociable ambience of dining.
Do you drink or shot limoncello?
Although limoncello is usually served in a shot glass or what some refer to as a “shooter”, the sweet drink is to be sipped, not taken as a shot.
Do you sip limoncello in Italy?
Even though it is remarkably sweet, the tart flavor belies its very high alcohol content. It is not intended to be taken as a shot. You should sip the drink slowly, savoring every drop. Furthermore, the drink can be mixed into a few cocktails, but it is usually enjoyed straight.
Does limoncello get you drunk fast?
Limoncello has an alcohol content of 25-30% ABV, which is more than strong enough to get you drunk.
Do you shot or sip Lemoncello?
Although limoncello is usually served in a shot glass or what some refer to as a “shooter”, the sweet drink is to be sipped, not taken as a shot.
Should limoncello be refrigerated?
Limoncello does not require refrigeration for long-term storage. However, as is the tradition along the Amalfi Coast, we highly recommend chilling Fiore Limoncello either in the refrigerator or preferably in the freezer for several hours prior to serving.
How long can you keep limoncello once opened?
Fiore Limoncello is a liqueur with a relatively high (28%) alcohol content. Accordingly, it can age unopened for years with little to no degradation in quality, however once opened we recommend consuming it within a year for maximum lemon flavor.
Why do Italians drink limoncello after dinner?
Like the name suggests, they are meant to aid digestion after a substantial meal (digestivo in Italian means 'digestive'). They come in several types, some sweet some bitter.
