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4ozvodka(100-proof vodka is best, 80-proof is good too)
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Instructions
Peel your large lemon in strips (removing the zest and not the white pith beneath). Place the zest into a sterilized glass bottle.
Pour vodka into your bottle until the lemon zest is covered and your bottle is filled. Seal and set aside in a cool, dark storage cabinet or pantry.
Let the lemon extract set for 5-6 weeks, making sure that you gently tilt the bottle to mix ingredients every few days (do not shake).
Notes
To use an alcohol-free base for any extract, swap the vodka out for 3 ounces vegetable glycerine and 1 ounce water (for a total of 4 ounces).
Typically other liquor like bourbon or brandy could be used, but I suggest vodka with lemon extract for best results.