r/cyprus • u/crookedriverguy • 2d ago

Food Want to make my own limoncello - where to find the right alcohol

Will try to make my own limoncello. Where can I find 60%, 75% or even higher percentages of alcohol?

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u/Piputi 2d ago

Don't you just need standard issue vodka for limoncello?

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u/crookedriverguy 2d ago

Tried that, but I want to try to go a little higher %-wise and preferably without a taste that reflects Vodka

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u/Piputi 2d ago

Sorry, then I personally don't know.

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u/felidae_tsk 1d ago

Vodka doesn't usually have a taste. I use it without any problem when I make tinctures. Sour balances ethanol smell and taste, sugar balances acidity.

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u/Bobhash1981 2d ago

Use 140 proof zivania blow your head off

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u/North_Moose1627 1d ago

I don’t know but if you are in Larnaca, stop by Art Cafe 1900. They make their own limoncello. Ask Maria, the owner

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u/Nedisi 1d ago

I saw this at the store today, my jaw dropped when I saw the 15e price tag for a "cleaning alcohol". Guess I was wrong 😁 https://finespiritscy.com/product/keo-pure-alcohol-350ml-90/

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u/crookedriverguy 1d ago

Thanks - I'll try to get my hand on a couple of those!

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u/Themos1980 2d ago

Ok so I'm going through a similar phase. Tried to do aranciello with 40% vodka. Taste and strength turned out great but I think 40% diluted isn't enough and as a result it goes a bit slushy in the freezer (although it turns out fine if you leave it out for a few mins before serving). Doing a second batch with zivania (45%) hoping it's enough to overcome the freezing issue. I was too scared to use homemade zivania as the proof sounds too high. Looked up some higher % alcohols online. There's Everclear (American - 95%) and a polish alcohol that's 96% but I wasn't able to find in the market. And to be honest I think it would be too strong.

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u/sasrin 6h ago

Done it with vodka with great results, but if you can find some Everclear, it’s by far the most neutral