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CapriNatura
Campania
CapriNatura is the leading producer of Capri’s famous Limoncello (a lemon liqueur) known for its
authenticity and natural quality. Since 1989, the CapriNatura workshop has been producing Limoncello on
the scenic island of Capri, off of Italy’s spectacular Amalfi Coast. Owner Raffaele Esposito uses the same
recipe passed down by his great-grandmother Laura, and both of his grandmothers Luisa and Angelina.
No artificial colors or preservatives are used in the production of CapriNatura Limoncello: only the best,
carefully selected lemons are ripened under the bright warm sun of Capri. The lemon peel is finely cut
and separated from the white bitter part of skin, and then placed in 96% pure alcohol. Fine sugar syrup
is then added to the liquor to lower the alcohol percentage to the desired level. The actual length of time
that the lemon zest is kept in pure spirit and the quantity of sugar syrup added are well-kept secrets of
CapriNatura.
Limoncello
CapriNatura is a lemon liqueur made from lemon peel left to steep in alcohol, to which a water and
sugar based syrup is added. At 30 – 50% alcohol, it is an excellent digestif and can be enjoyed in a
variety of ways. This limoncello can be pleasing either chilled on its own or added to a classic Martini.
Mix it with tonic or iced tea for a refreshing summer beverage, or add it to Prosecco, or other sparkling
wines, for an elegant cocktail. It is also a wonderful accompaniment to lemon or strawberry sorbetto or
vanilla gelato.
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