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    Home » Cocktails

    Limoncello Sparkle Cocktail

    Dec 31, 2008 · Modified: Dec 26, 2021 by Andrea · This post may contain affiliate links · This blog generates income via ads · 10 Comments

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    Limoncello Sparkle Cocktail - Andrea Meyers

    Limoncello is an Italian liqueur made with fresh lemon peel and alcohol, usually grain alcohol or vodka. The peels soak in the alcohol for several weeks, adding a notable lemon flavor. After straining, the infused alcohol is mixed with simple syrup and frozen in bottles, to be served ice cold as a digestive. Both imported and domestic versions of limoncello are sold in the United States, so check your local liquor or wine shop if you don't have a homemade stash on hand.

    We made our first batches of limoncello and arancello (orange) this summer and we think they turned out pretty well, but that's a post for another time. This simple cocktail uses limoncello, Cointreau, and champagne to create a bubbly citrus concoction. Serve with a twist of lemon for garnish. Happy New Year!

    [Updated 2016]

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    Limoncello Sparkle Cocktail

    Adapted from 101 Champagne Cocktails, by Kim Haasarud.
    Prep Time2 mins
    Total Time2 mins
    Course: Beverage
    Cuisine: American
    Diet: Gluten Free, Vegan, Vegetarian
    Keyword: champagne, cocktails, limoncello
    Servings: 1 serving
    Calories: 147kcal

    Equipment

    • cocktail shaker
    • champagne flute

    Ingredients

    • 1 ounce limoncello
    • ½ ounce Cointreau
    • ice
    • champagne
    • lemon peel
    US Customary - Metric

    Preparation

    • In the cocktail shaker, combine the limoncello and Cointreau with ice. Shake a little and strain into the champagne flute. Top off with champagne, garnish, and serve.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 147kcal | Carbohydrates: 16g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 1mg | Sugar: 15g
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    1. kellypea says

      December 31, 2008 at 11:19 am

      Ah...limoncello. Makes me remember our time in Sorrento this past summer -- our favorite place in Italy. This is a great drink and I happen to have all the ingredients, so we'll give this a try with our toasts tonight. Thanks for the cookie baking mania earlier this month, and Happy New Year to you and your family, Andrea. Cheers!

      Reply
    2. Ari (Baking and Books) says

      December 31, 2008 at 11:58 am

      Sounds so delicious! I may just have to give this recipe a go today.

      Happy New Year!

      Reply
    3. Nate says

      December 31, 2008 at 12:19 pm

      We've got limoncello, champagne and Grand Marnier - will that do?

      Nates last blog post..2008 Year in Review

      Reply
    4. Andrea says

      December 31, 2008 at 1:07 pm

      Kellypea, I'm just dying to visit that part of Italy to do some limoncello sampling.
      Ari, Happy New Year to you too!
      Nate, I think that will do well. 🙂

      Reply
    5. Gudrun says

      December 31, 2008 at 6:41 pm

      awesome, thank you! We have just enough Limoncello to make a couple of these tonight. Tomorrow, I start on two new batches of Limoncello for the new year.

      Happy New Year!

      Reply
    6. breadchick says

      December 31, 2008 at 11:41 pm

      Andrea, I love limoncello and always forget about how easy it is to make. I loved all the cocktails and other good New Years food and drink ideas.

      Have a wonderful and prosperous New Year.

      Reply
    7. maris says

      January 03, 2009 at 11:32 am

      Yum! I had limoncello for the first time on Christmas Day and thought it was great. I don't love most after-dinner cordials but this is nice and light and refreshing. Great recipe!

      Reply
    8. Ben says

      January 07, 2009 at 1:25 pm

      Sounds delicious, and made from stuff I'm likely to have around the house (only because I also like Cointreau I suppose)

      Reply
    9. we are never full says

      January 11, 2009 at 10:06 am

      what a great way to use limoncello besides drinking it straight up! always looking for new ways to have a good drink.

      Reply
    10. Carol says

      January 15, 2009 at 2:37 pm

      I never had one, this recipe has me way interested in trying one!

      Reply

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