See all recipes entered in the 2026 competition
The 2026 Pallini Limoncello Cocktail Competition was open to professional bartenders and home cocktail enthusiasts, with prizes for each category. Recipes were submitted from around the world, with many designed to earn bonus points for savoury flavours.
Kimono Dragon
This equal parts sour recipe is perfect for cooling off on a hot day or night!
Chinchilla
Bitter on the front while providing a sweet and tart lemon candy flavor on the end. The rye whiskey provides a full body and baking spice notes.
Colli Albani
The main focus is to maintain the flavour and elements of the limoncello by adding ingredients that compliment it. Fresh lemon, basil, gin and almond are
Tropical Island
The light spiciness of the cinnamon liqueur mixes well with the citrusy notes of lemon, enhanced by a splash of fruity dark rum.
Amalfi Coffee
An unusual but highly enjoyable combination of dark caramel, roasted coffee and bright citruses with a hint of spice. A relatively dry coffee liqueur is
Peerless
The sweetness of limoncello, the alcoholic kick of gin, the subtle flavors of botanicals, the mild acidity of balsamic vinegar, and the spiciness of wasabi
Pallini smash
Fresh green and very lemony. A new take on Italian flavor in the combination of limoncello, arugula and passion fruit. The base of the flavor is fresh
Giardino
Giardino” uses floral notes of elderflower, violet and rose to support the natural citrus oils of Pallini Limoncello. Verjus brings freshness and structure,
Kana's Monli
KANA's MONLI for plesure only,very lemon zesti taste,creamie taste of orgeat with little bitternes of aperol and grapefruit bitternes!!!
Aurum Sud
The floral and oak-aged character of aged pisco blends perfectly with Limoncello, Solerno, and citrus for a bright cocktail with a smooth Mediterranean
Sicilian Balcony
A sweet lemony and herbal twist on the classic espresso martini with a hint of elderflower.
Picko-Limo-Libre
This is definitely a trust the process kind of drink. Long and refreshing with “a little something something” that gives it a slight savoury twist
Sicilian Afternoon
A minimalist long drink balancing Pallini Limoncello, fresh pineapple, and elderflower syrup. A pinch of salt amplifies the fruit notes, while soda adds
Pasticcera Spritz
A take on a lemon almond pastry, this drink is a fun brunch alternative to a mimosa, as well as the Aperol spritz.
Pallini al rosmarino
A vibrant, crisp Mediterranean highball where the rich sweetness of Pallini Limoncello is perfectly balanced by bright citrus acidity and the dry, botanical
Baffi Spritz
A modern savoury aperitivo inspired by contemporary Italian drinking culture. Pallini Limoncello, Cynar and sparkling prosecco come together for a crisp,
Pallini Limoncello
Pallini Limoncello is made by the Pallini family from Sfusato lemons from the Amalfi coast which are infused in neutral spirit immediately after being
Pallini Limonzero
Launched in 2022, Pallini Limonzero is the world's first non-alcoholic limoncello. Made with the same Sfusato lemons from the Amalfi Coast as Pallini's
Pallini Limoncello Vegan Cream liqueur
This cream limoncello from Pallini is dairy-free, lactose-free, vegan and is made only using Amalfi Coast lemons. Serve chilled &/or over ice.
