Apple Pie "Moonshine" Recipe

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Apple Pie Moonshine Recipe
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Apple Pie "Moonshine" Ingredients

To make a killer batch of "apple pie moonshine" you're going to need more than just cinnamon. We think it's best when it also includes allspice, cloves, orange peel, ginger, vanilla bean, and even a bit of black and pink peppercorn to give it some spice. Simply put, adding some cinnamon and apple juice to a batch of white whiskey will make a good batch of apple pie shine, but it won't make a great batch

When we tested this recipe we used store bought white whiskey.

Apple Pie "Moonshine" Spice Mix

Here at Clawhammer, we take pride in knowing our way around whiskey. Apple pie shine is one of our favorites and we've made many a batch. In fact, when we were in the process of developing our Apple Pie Moonshine Spice Mix, we tried dozens of variations on this American classic. We drank ourselves silly testing the stuff out, then enlisted the help of friends and family. They happily guzzled down jar after jar to aid in our pursuit of excellence. After months of testing, we finally made "the perfect batch." 

How to Make "The Perfect Batch"

To make a batch of "apple pie moonshine" with our spice mix, simply combine the tin of spices with 4 cans of apple juice concentrate and 6 cups of 80 proof white whiskey (any kind will do but Ole Smoke White Lightnin works best). Leave it sit for 24-48 hours then strain. Store in quart jars and refrigerate until you're ready to drink it. That's it!

To get yourself a tin or two, click on the link below:

Apple Pie Moonshine

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Kyle Brown is the owner of Clawhammer Supply, a small scale distillation and brewing equipment company which he founded in 2009. His passion is teaching people about the many uses of distillation equipment as well as how to make beer at home. When he isn't brewing beer or writing about it, you can find him at his local gym or on the running trail.

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26 Comments

  • B
    Comment Author: Buck

    when I do a apple pie drink I use a cup of 120 proof 3 cups of mixture what is the freezing temperature of this? anyone know. or fruit mixed drinks in general

  • M
    Comment Author: MAtt

    Can I please get answers to apple pie recipe questions. Thanks

  • M
    Comment Author: MArc

    Hey guys. Love reading the stuff u// guys put up on here .,, I live in Australia,, most guys here drink beer.. hahahaha. Not me,, one or two yeah. But. When u mbeen distillin for many years. Beer just ain’t gonna cut it ,,,? So …. just wanted to ask tn question. I keep reading ur guys posts. About the actual ( Apple Pie ) like spice // flavour mix thing … What is that ,? We don’t have that here ,, I’ve tried a few Apple pie moonshine recipes… But still havnt got the full clarification that I think I need. Tried a bottle// hah / Jar …..? That’s what the fucktards over here use for marketing American stuff.,?? But still,, a lot of terms n names n stuff u guys talk. Have No bearing over here….. ? Just saying// just asking,, I’ve been distilling for over 12 yrs now. But not too many guys in this country do …. where as in the USA ,,, Fuuuuuck u guys rock. I wanna move there just for that,, let alone ur Sexy As Wonen ? Anyway. Help me out on the Apple pie /// Aditive / spice thing…? And/ or. Can. I buy to try. And get it sent over to Aus .,,?? Cheers guys. Marc

  • R
    Comment Author: Ratliff

    hi, I wonder if we could redo the apple pie moonshines since I have took recipe from someone else website and they no longer on the website so I am surfing to find answer if I can redo our moonshine, I know it is not to be on stove cause of everclear is already in it. this is pretty close to your recipe but I add 3 cups brown sugar and 9 cinnamon sticks, 1tsp nutmug, 2 tsp apple pie spice. Husband said this take too sweeter and didn’t like this too well. rest of the stuffs is same as I add the liquor. any idea how can I fix this if I can redo the whole jars in one and I am willing to make extra if I have to. Please help anyone..

  • SE
    Comment Author: Scott Enfinger

    I make an apple pie shine that I keep on getting request for more. 2
    1 gl apple juice,1 gl spice apple cider,1. cup of White sugar,1 cup of brown sugar
    1.75 liter of ever clear,.75 liter vanilla vodka. 6-8 stick Cin Sticks and vanilla stick. Pour Apple juice and cider in a large stock pot and start heating it up, keep it covered as it warms add the both cups of sugar, stir until the all sugar is completely dissolved. Add cin Sticks and vanilla then cover. Allow it to come to a low roll boil, allow to low roll boil for a few minutes 2-5, shut off heat and let it cool a few minutes then add ever clear and vodka, theN cover to simmer and cool down. I boil my jars and lids then add the apple pie while the jars and lids are warm to get a good seal and preserve taste. Allow to cool at room temp and give it a couple weeks for more flavor.