Connie and I have been friends for over 40 years. We make Limoncello to give as Christmas gifts. We can’t remember just when we started, but it has been many years. Friends have said it can ease cold and flu symptoms, confirming the need to continue the tradition! We use a recipe of an Italian friend who was the boyfriend of a mutual friend of ours. She loved to compare her Limoncello to ours. And even though we followed the same recipe, she always thought hers was better! Sadly, she has passed away, so we keep the tradition going. Traditions like this stir heartfelt memories. Memories that keep our loved ones in our thoughts, as if they were still with us. We look forward to them because they keep alive the memories of good times shared. We usually start the two-step process in November and finish it in December. We treasure the time we spend together, especially the tasting! We have the process down to fine art. With our Bottles of Vodka, dozens of organic lemons, large glass jars with tops that fit tight, and of course, the peelers, we are ready to
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