Apple Pie Moonshine Recipe (2024)

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It’s Friday so you just know I have a batch of myApple Pie Moonshine Recipe brewing!!! If you have any type of love for apple pie and booze then I can almost guarantee that you will enjoy this one! When my girlfriend gave me her recipe she said “be careful, it’s so good it will get you tore up from the floor up!” and boy was she right! That’s the beauty of this recipe. You can make it as strong as you want or not. This popular recipe might be the main reason I drink my perfect liver cleanse co*cktail too. If you haven’t tried it, you should!

I should also mention that the longer this recipe sits in your fridge, the more tasty it becomes!

Apple Pie Moonshine

I love to serve these up in cute mason jars decorated with ribbons around the holidays too. They make amazing gift ideas for that person that has everything.

This Apple Pie Moonshine recipe is amazing cold or warm. I definitely drink it warm in the winter for sure.

I’ve made Apple Pie Moonshine many different ways and I know there are all sorts of different versions out there but I’m going to share my favorite version with you. It’s made with Everclear and Whipped Vodka! Time to kick this apple pie flavor up a notch or two!

What Does Apple Pie Moonshine Taste Like

If you are a fan of apple pie you will love this moonshine recipe. It tastes like you sliced off a piece of grandma’s apple pie and created a smooth drink. Now, don’t be fooled moonshine is one strong alcoholic drink, so sip with care.

Strong Apple Pie Moonshine Recipe

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Can I tell you a little side story for a minute? I had just made this recipe again and decided to take some photographs for this post. I live out on a ranch in the middle of no where. I have goats chickens, dogs, cats etc… We love our animals. Sometimes our animals get in our way of things we like to do and this was exactly one of those days.

Apple Pie Moonshine

Some of the best lighting for this type of picture is outside with sunlight. When I finished making this recipe I put some of the moonshine in jars. Some of the sides were sticky from my hands so I rinsed the jars with water to clean them up. The jars were wet when I brought them outside. The goats come running (as they always do when I go outside) and they just had to see what I had.

It was really hot outside and these jars were nice and cold plus they were wet. The goats immediately started licking them and wouldn’t stop! They also ran off with the apples I had as props too.

I was able to grab a shot of one of our beauties as she was heading for my jar of apple pie moonshine! I captured her with your tongue out! How funny is that? Please don’t think for a minute that I would ever allow my goats to consume anything that is bad for them.

They were going after the water on the outside of the jar from when I rinsed it. I love my babies but they were a pain in you know what that day! Cuties though… don’tcha think?

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Apple Pie Moonshine Recipe Ingredients

  • 1-gallon Spiced Apple Cider
  • 1gallon Apple Juice
  • 3/4cup of white sugar
  • 3/4cup of brown sugar
  • 1 Tsp Pumpkin Pie Spice
  • 4 or 5cinnamon sticks (you can use more if you really like a strong cinnamon flavor)
  • 1(750 milliliters)of Everclear (grain alcohol)
  • 1 (750 milliliters) of Whipped Vodka

This recipe makes about 100 servings! Feel free to cut this recipe in 1/2 if you need to. You can double the recipe too if you are making gifts!

How to Make Apple Pie Moonshine

Be sure you have a big enough pot to make this recipe in. The extra large pot in this photo is the one I use.

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Apple Pie Moonshine Recipe Directions:

Combine the apple juice and cider along with the white sugar, brown sugar and cinnamon sticks in a very large pot.

Stir it constantly until all the sugar dissolves and it comes to a boil.

Reduce the heat and let it simmer for 1 hour. Your house will smell amazing in the process!

Remove it from the heat and let it cool completely. I let it sit for several hours.

Remove the cinnamon sticks.

Once it’s completely cooled, add the Everclear alcohol and the whipped vodka. (this is where you want to taste it to make sure the strength is just how you like it. Feel free to add more or less vodka and Everclear based on your preference. Just make sure you add a 50/50 mixture of each. Meaning if you add a 1/2 cup more of vodka be sure to add a 1/2 cup more of Everclear also. The recipe is pretty mild. I like it a bit stronger so I almost always add another cup of vodka and another cup of Everclear.

Stir it completely and add the mixture to clean glass mason jars with lids and store in the refrigerator. If you like a strong taste of cinnamon feel free to leave a stick in the jar for extra flavor. I do this on a couple of jars myself. I love the taste of cinnamon.

Note: I don’t like drinks that are terribly sweet. Some people tend to double up on the sugar but I don’t. It’s plenty sweet from all the apple juice and cider you’ve added in my opinion. Feel free to taste the liquid before you add the alcohol to see if it is sweet enough for your taste.

Apple Pie Moonshine With Everclear

There are many variations to this recipe. I’ve made it with grain alcohol and spiced rum before. Which came out amazing! I also tend to double up on the brown sugar and omit the white sugar all together.

Please drink responsibly.

I hope you enjoy this recipe as much as I do!

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Apple Pie Moonshine Recipe

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Prep Time 1 hour hr 10 minutes mins

Cook Time 1 hour hr

Total Time 2 hours hrs 10 minutes mins

Servings 100 servings

Ingredients

  • 1 gallon Spiced Apple Cider
  • 1 gallon Apple Juice
  • 3/4 cup of white sugar
  • 3/4 cup of brown sugar
  • 4 or 5 cinnamon sticks you can use more if you really like a strong cinnamon flavor
  • 1 Tsp Pumpkin Pie Spice
  • 1 750 milliliter of Everclear (grain alcohol)
  • 1 750 milliliter of Whipped Vodka

Instructions

  • Combine the apple juice and cider along with the white sugar, brown sugar and cinnamon sticks in a very large pot.

  • Stir it constantly until all the sugar dissolves and it comes to a boil.

  • Reduce the heat and let it simmer for 1 hour. Your house will smell amazing in the process!

  • Remove it from the heat and let it cool completely. I let it sit for several hours.

  • Remove the cinnamon sticks.

  • Once it's completely cooled, add the Everclear alcohol and the whipped vodka. (this is where you want to taste it to make sure the strength is just how you like it. Feel free to add more or less vodka and Everclear based on your preference. Just make sure you add a 50/50 mixture of each. Meaning if you add a 1/2 cup more of vodka be sure to add a 1/2 cup more of Everclear also. The recipe is pretty mild. I like it a bit stronger so I almost always add another cup of vodka and another cup of Everclear.

  • Stir it completely and add the mixture to clean glass mason jars with lids and store in the refrigerator. If you like a strong taste of cinnamon feel free to leave a stick in the jar for extra flavor. I do this on a couple of jars myself. I love the taste of cinnamon.

Nutrition facts are provided as a courtesy.

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Is It Legal To Make Homemade Moonshine

Yes. I know with the Moonshining show on television it could make you a little leary, but this recipe is safe and legal to make. You are not using a still and the same type of method as the show portrays.

Does Apple Pie Moonshine Need to be Refrigerated

Once you open the moonshine from the jar make sure to keep in the fridge. I actually love the taste of cold moonshine, and this apple pie version really is tasty when chilled. If you want you can keep it refrigerated once it cools off after you make it.

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FAQs

What is apple pie moonshine made from? ›

Apple Pie Moonshine made with local, fresh-cut apple slices and 80 proof Pathfinder Red Corn Moonshine Whiskey. Flavored with brown sugar and a cinnamon stick and based on Pappy Kraft's recipe.

Does apple pie moonshine go bad in the fridge? ›

Storing opened flavored moonshine in the refrigerator prolongs its shelf life. The refrigerator temperatures slow down when the sugars and added flavors go bad. Unopened flavored moonshine can last for years, un-refrigerated and away from sunlight.

How to make 5 gallons of apple mash for moonshine? ›

1. Cut up apples and put in a food processor and blend up 2. Put blended up apples & 1 gallon of water in a large stock pot and heat up to 160 degrees 3. Empty apple mash into a large enough container to mix in the additional 5 gallons water and 3 cans of concentrate.

Does Ole Smoky Apple Pie Moonshine have cinnamon? ›

Moonshine is as American as apple pie. So it only made sense to blend pure apple juice, ground cinnamon, and other spices with our moonshine to create Ole Smoky® Apple Pie Moonshine.

Why is my apple pie moonshine cloudy? ›

These bottles have a great snap down rubber cork like seal which helps as the apple pie ages. Apple cider often has sediment in it, so do not be alarmed if it looks cloudy. Let sit undisturbed for at least 5 days, although I consider a week the minimum.

What is the liquor made of in pie and mash? ›

This is commonly called "liquor sauce" or simply "liquor" (liquor as in a liquid in which something has been steeped or cooked), traditionally made using the water kept from the preparation of the stewed eels. However, many shops no longer use stewed eel water in their parsley liquor.

What happens to moonshine as it ages? ›

Moonshine does not need to be refrigerated and has a long shelf life due to its high alcohol content. However, it would be best if you consumed it as soon as possible within the year of manufacturing. After that, the moonshine's flavor will start to degrade.

How long does homemade moonshine need to sit? ›

But there is still a lot of liquor, so sip lowly and drink responsibly. This moonshine is great right after it's made, but it gets better the longer it sits. I recommend making this apple moonshine and leaving it to sit in the back of your fridge for at least 2 - 3 weeks before giving it a taste.

How to tell if moonshine is bad? ›

If you're still unsure, perform the spoon test by putting some moonshine on a spoon and lighting it on fire. A blue flame indicates that the alcohol is safe to consume, while a red or yellow flame indicates that the alcohol contains lead and should not be consumed.

How many pounds of sugar do I need to make 5 gallons of mash? ›

For a 5 gallon mash: (201)

If using bird feed, make sure it is perishable, or in other words is free of preservatives. 7 lbs (3.2kg) of granulated sugar. 1 tbsp yeast (distillers yeast if available.)

Should I use distilled water for moonshine mash? ›

#1 – Use Distilled and Not Tap Water

Rather than taking the risk of ruining your batch of moonshine, invest in a couple jugs of distilled water. The cost of distilled water is a small price to pay for a smoother, cleaner batch of moonshine.

How long do you boil mash for moonshine? ›

How to Make Moonshine Mash
  1. Measure and weigh all ingredients.
  2. Place the mash pot on the burner and heat.
  3. Pour 5 gallons of water into the pot and boil it to 165°F.
  4. Turn off heat and stir in flaked corn maize or chosen sugary grain.
  5. Stir for about 7 minutes.
  6. Stir for 30 seconds every 5 minutes until mash cools to 152°F.

Can you heat up apple pie moonshine? ›

You don't way the alcohol to cook out from heat. If you do want to serve this warm, just heat slightly. This is a quick moonshine recipe.

How do you drink Murphy's Law apple pie moonshine? ›

This offering has delightful aromas and flavours of simmered apple, vanilla, cinnamon and spice. The palate is full-bodied and smooth with a long, warming finish. Serve it over ice alongside warm apple crumble pie.

What liquor is Ole Smoky? ›

Ole Smoky Moonshine. Over the years, we've been honored with numerous awards, a testament to our unwavering dedication to quality and craftsmanship. Our cream whiskey collection got a makeover. Get ready to indulge in the same incredible experience, now with a stylish new appearance.

What is apple brandy made out of? ›

Aged apple brandy is a spirit distilled from just 100% apples and aged in oak barrels for mellowing, development and integration of flavors. Aged apple brandy is made by fermenting fresh apples into a hard cider, which is then distilled. Post distillation, the spirit is aged in oak barrels.

What is the hard liquor made from apples? ›

Both Applejack and Apple Brandy are distilled using 100% apples–either the whole fruit or just the juice.

Is moonshine legal in the United States? ›

Moonshine is illegal in the United States if you do not have a license. If you want to sell any type of liquor in the United States, you need to have the right type of license.

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