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

  • M
    Comment Author: Mike

    wELL, I JUST STILLED MY FIRST BATCH OF MOONSHINE. I GOTTA MAKE APPLE PIE MOONSHINE OUT OF IT. MY BATCH CAME OUT WAY STRONGER THAN 80 PROOF. PROBABLY DOUBLE THAT STRENGTH. HOW DO I CUT IT SO I CAN USE THIS RECIPE? DO I DOUBLE THE AMOUNT OF APPLE JUICE OR???

    HELP OUT A NEWBY HERE GENTS. THIS STUFF IS SO POTENT IT CANT BE CONSUMED WITHOUT CUTTING IT IN HALF WITH SOMETHING. WHAT SHOULD I USE??

    THANKS IN ADVANCE. AS SOON AS I KNOW IM OREDERING UP THE SPICE MIX!

  • B
    Comment Author: Barry

    Made my first batch of apple pie using your spice kit and ever clear and followed the instructions. Wow! did I say wow? The spices really adds a bunch to the drink and brings it over the top. I could go on and on as to how good it blends, smooths, and creates the subtle taste I like but I won’t. I Just want all to know this kit is awesome.

  • D
    Comment Author: Debra

    I love apple pie moon shine !

  • C
    Comment Author: clem

    apple pie moonshine mix; what is the proper mix for the apple juice concentrate , is it mixed into the apple juice , is it mixed according to the container instructions , is it used just by itself ? is it used any other way ? kinda confusing , I need a little more info !! if you can’t respond directly to comments then address all the comments in an ensuing blog ! problem solved !!

  • J
    Comment Author: jerry

    What size cans of apple concentrate?