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.
Ligurian Bloom
A Ligurian inspired sour where basil pesto plays antagonist to Pallini Limoncello's sweet citrus. Opens on gin, limoncello and lemon, then basil unfolds
Paloma di Antrodoco
A refined Paloma-style cocktail that highlights the bright, zesty character of Pallini Limoncello. Tequila provides a clean backbone, while fresh grapefruit
Luce Verde
A slightly sparkling Pallini Limoncello highball where fresh lime and basil brighten the lemon, while mezcal smoke and olive brine bring a dry, savoury
La Superba
An adaptation on the Smuggler's Cove Tradewinds cocktail, utilizing Jamaican Rum and Limoncello. The Cream of Coconut balances the Limoncello's
CREMA
Italian products. Inspiration of fresh ingredients like lemon and mint.
Lermonsperso
Yknow how Italians will serve espresso with a lemon peel? I’d like to think of this as a shout out to that tradition with a take that makes it work in
Sibella
The gorgeous golden hues and citrus notes of limoncello are complemented by the balanced savory mescal and gin split base of this gimlet. The smokey, herbal
Lemon Pie
Lemon pie is a smooth, dessert styled cocktail, bringing memories of baked pie crust, and creamy filling and super light whipped cream with aromatic nutmeg
Pallini Eclipse
There are no brand restrictions for coffee liqueur and olives. However, it would be best if Italian brands could be used.
Goblin
Tastes like a Sprite - but greener and hairier - hence a goblin.
Esperado
Dominant citrus characteristics. Sweet and herbal. Deep taste that unravels.
Zest Coast
A modern Mediterranean spritz designed to elevate the vibrant citrus profile of Pallini Limoncello through balance, freshness and effortless drinkability.
From the grove
While lemon forward in profile, there is a rich and savoury creaminess to the drink. The drink is complex in tasting with bitter notes coming from the
Sunset in Phuket
A twist on a Limoncello sour, bringing more bite from the 42 Below Vodka, as well as more vibrancy from the Basil and Grenadine combination.
PALLINI DAIQUIRI FLOAT
A riff on the classic daiquiri with a float of Pallini Limoncello Vegan Cream Liqueur.
Sicilian Balcony
A sweet lemony and herbal twist on the classic espresso martini with a hint of elderflower.
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.
