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

How to tell if apple pie moonshine has gone bad? ›

Foul Taste

If the container is sealed and kept in a secure location (assuming that the manufacturer properly distilled the moonshine), it won't hurt you to take a sip to evaluate the flavor. Although technically safe to drink, moonshine that “goes bad” will have an unpleasant taste.

How do you test proof of apple pie moonshine? ›

How do I determine the proof of apple pie moonshine? You can use a proofing hydrometer, which measures the alcohol content of the moonshine. By taking a reading with the hydrometer, you can calculate the proof of the moonshine and make adjustments as needed.

What is apple pie moonshine made from? ›

Place apple cider, apple juice, white sugar, brown sugar, cinnamon sticks, and whole clove in a large pot over high heat. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to medium-low and simmer for 20 minutes. Remove from heat and allow to cool completely. Stir grain alcohol and vanilla vodka into the cooled mixture.

Do you have to refrigerate apple pie moonshine after opening? ›

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.

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 proof is moonshine if it burns blue? ›

At 128 proof, it's clear, clean and exactly what moonshine should be. Purity and perfection are the name of the game when it comes to Ole Smoky®Blue Flame Moonshine. Evidence of our high quality, high proof moonshine is all in the color of the flame – if it burns blue, it's true.

What is a single shot of moonshine equal to? ›

Agreed, although a single shot of moonshine is a equivalent to a little over a pint of beer. You can drink that and be well within alcohol consumption guidelines in US. Even most alcohol-naïve people would only be minimally intoxicated from a single shot of moonshine.

What makes moonshine taste better? ›

If you want to get more of the earthy taste of moonshine in your co*cktail, try pairing it with ginger ale (not ginger beer). Sweet ginger ale can make moonshine go down smoother and is a good starting point for those new to drinking moonshine.

Does moonshine go bad? ›

- Ole Smoky Tennessee Moonshine. “How long are the cream based spirits good for after opening if kept refrigerated?” Hi, Scott the cream based spirits are good for 6 months after opening if kept refrigerated.

What should good moonshine taste like? ›

What Does Moonshine Taste Like? There's no one right answer to this question, as moonshine can taste quite different depending on the recipe and ingredients used. However, many people describe its flavor as being similar to vodka, with a slightly sweet or fruity taste.

Is apple pie moonshine good? ›

This apple pie moonshine tastes like apple pie in a jar, but it does pack quite a kick if you're not careful. The longer it sits in the fridge, the better it gets. Place a cinnamon stick in each jar if you like a lot of cinnamon. Makes a great gift.

Is everclear moonshine or everclear? ›

Everclear is a brand name of rectified spirit (also known as grain alcohol and neutral spirit) produced by the American company Luxco (formerly known as the David Sherman Corporation, and since 2021 a subsidiary of MGP Ingredients).

Will apple pie moonshine freeze in the freezer? ›

For longer-term storage, the freezer will do the trick. Moonshine shouldn't freeze in the freezer, but the cooler temperature will preserve the mixture longer. For best results, fill the jar almost full, cover it with a tight-fitting lid, and don't open it until you are ready to serve or consume.

Does Ole Smoky apple pie moonshine go bad? ›

- Ole Smoky Tennessee Moonshine. “How long will a jar keep unopened.” Different flavors will have different life spans. Generally they will last two years unopened and about six months after opening.

Is it safe to drink apple cider that has fermented? ›

After several weeks, depending on storage conditions, cider develops a slight fizz that is the result of natural fermentation. According to cider makers, many older folks like fizzy cider while younger consumers do not. Regardless, it's safe to drink, but may contain traces of alcohol.

How do you know if apple pie filling is bad? ›

Indications that your canned apple pie filling has gone bad are: if the can is dented, leaking, rusted, or swollen; unusual odor; changes in color or texture. For homemade apple pie filling, look for mould, off smells, or discoloration. When in doubt, it's always safer to toss and start again.

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