FH and I made a batch of Limoncello (Italian lemon liqueur) this summer and it was delicious. Zest from 8 lemons and one standard size Everclear made about 1.5 quarts. We are thinking about making it as a homemade favor and I was looking for some advice, both general from anyone making similar favors and on these specific things:
-What size bottle would be appropriate for the favor? Most guests are couples and would take home 2. The singles are friends and I could skip them an extra one later. I am thinking 4-oz or 6-oz (120-180 mL).
-Would it be okay to get close friends/family involved at a lemon-zesting party? I was thinking one day over Christmas when we'll be hanging out anyway. If that's tacky, maybe just the bridal party? We are looking at a lot of lemons for 150 guests!
-Are we crazy for considering this? If you've received handmade wedding favors like jam or alcohol, do you appreciate it? If you are making something, are you hating yourself for all of the work involved?
This is the only DIY element in the wedding so far and I think it will give that personal, laid-back touch that we want. I know everyone I am inviting drinks at least occasionally, and I will check with FMIL to make sure that is true of her side too.
