How to make Apple Pie Moonshine!

How to make Apple Pie Moonshine!

Cold mornings, hiking, camping, deer camp, falling leaves and a fire going after dark on the weekends. That’s Apple Pie Moonshine time. 

This one is simple: apple cider, cinnamon, brown sugar and enough Everclear to remind you that something tasting like apple pie can still pack a serious punch. Don't say we didn't warn you! Apple Pie moonshine is legit. 

Ingredients

  • 1 gallon apple cider

  • 1 gallon apple juice

  • 2 cups brown sugar

  • 1 cup granulated sugar

  • 6–8 cinnamon sticks

  • 1 tsp nutmeg

  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

  • 1 bottle (750 mL) Everclear

  • Whole cloves, optional

Make It

Combine the cider, apple juice, sugars, cinnamon, nutmeg and cloves in a large stockpot.

Bring to a gentle simmer and cook for about 30 minutes, stirring occasionally. Remove from heat and allow the mixture to cool completely.

Once completely cool, stir in the vanilla and Everclear.

Never add Everclear to a hot mixture or around an open flame. Everclear is highly flammable.

Pour into clean Mason jars or glass bottles and refrigerate. Give it at least 24–48 hours before drinking, although a week or two gives the cinnamon and apple flavors more time to come together.

Serve cold, at room temperature, or add a small splash to a hot cup of Dripfish Coffee after the hunting, fishing, driving and other questionable decision-making opportunities are finished for the day.

The Dripfish Disclaimer

We're a coffee company, not your lawyer, doctor, bartender or responsible adult.

This recipe is provided for entertainment and informational purposes only. Alcohol laws and Everclear availability vary by location. Use only legally purchased alcohol, follow applicable laws, handle high-proof alcohol carefully, and drink responsibly. Dripfish Coffee assumes no responsibility or liability for the preparation, consumption, storage, transportation, misuse, questionable decisions, missed alarm clocks or campfire stories resulting from this recipe.

You're an adult. Act accordingly.

Good coffee. Cold mornings. Campfires. Apple pie moonshine in a jar.