Category: Italian spirits

While grappa is made from the sugary leftovers of winemaking, the distillation process removes almost all sugar, making the final spirit surprisingly sugar-free. This makes traditional grappa an excellent choice for those mindful of their sugar intake, though careful selection is key to avoiding sweetened varieties.

Limoncello is a deceptively sweet and potent Italian lemon liqueur, with some commercial brands containing up to 14 grams of sugar per fluid ounce, a surprisingly high amount. The answer to whether limoncello has a high sugar content is yes, though the exact amount can vary considerably.

According to Liquorland, the alcohol content of limoncello typically ranges from 25-30%. The base spirit used to make this classic Italian lemon liqueur is a neutral grain alcohol, a high-proof ethanol that is later diluted with a sugar syrup.