This is a collection of the best moonshine recipes you can make at home.Moonshine, also known as white lightning, has been around for centuries and is still popular today in the United States.
It’s a favorite among many because it’s easy to make and can be made with few ingredients and some mason jars. If you’re looking for the unique and delicious moonshine recipes, look no further. We’ve compiled a list of our favorites, including traditional recipes and modern twists.
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So what makes the best moonshine recipes? First, it should be easy to follow. Second, it should use quality ingredients. And lastly, it should be delicious. We think all of our recipes meet those criteria, but we’ll let you be the judge.
So whether you’re a moonshine aficionado or just getting started, or just looking for something out of the ordinary; like trying different flavored moonshine recipes, we think you’ll find something to love on our list. Find supplies to make your own at Mile Hi Distilling.
These recipes are flavored moonshine cocktails. These cocktails are not made in moonshine stills. Most of the recipes call for grain alcohol, ole smoky moonshine or other high-proof spirits. You can also use these libations to make your favorite mixed drink cocktails, too.
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Moonshine production gained popularity during the prohibition era in the United States. It’s a high-proof liquor made from corn mash. Since it was illegal to produce moonshine, it was usually made deep in the woods or other dark places, by the light of the moon so It was very popular in the Smoky Mountains, including east Tennessee and North Carolina. Most homemade moonshine was produced in copper stills for personal use. Today, there are commercial distilleries that are approved by the federal government making this 100-proof spirit (or higher).
Ole Smoky Apple Pie Moonshine is one of the most popular legal moonshine flavors today. And, for good reason. It’s flavored with pure apple juice, cinnamon sticks and brown sugar for a flavor profile people go crazy for. It’s an excellent choice for someone looking to try flavored moonshine for the first time.
If you’re looking for other moonshine flavors, be sure to check out my ebook, 50 Incredible Flavored Moonshine Cocktails. You’ll find recipes for Sweet Tea shine, Chocolate Shine and lots of others with step-by-step instructions. You can also find some recipes on my site, including Apple Cider Moonshine, Peach Moonshine and Pumpkin Pie Moonshine – one of my signature flavors.
Add more alcohol: Feel free to add more alcohol to this based on your preference. However allow it to chill first, give it a good shake, taste then decide. You can add more alcohol or more water in at any point over the time you store it to change the consistency.
Substitute: When using Everclear, add 1 ¼ cups sugar. Use vodka and add only add 1 cup of sugar.
Put it in the freezer: Place it in the freeze for 30 minutes or so just before enjoying – Yummmm! You can even freeze it completely (just give you storage jar head-space) then take it out just before serving Mmmm-Mmmm-M
Add different flavors:Add peppermint extract, Peppermint Schnapps or melt down candy canes to make this Chocolate Peppermint, yum!
Coffee Moonshine
There’s nothing better than a nice, strong cup of coffee…except maybe a nice, strong cup of coffee moonshine. That’s right, coffee moonshine is a thing and it’s absolutely delicious. If you’re looking for a unique way to enjoy your next cup of joe, look no further than these recipes for the best coffee moonshine around.
Coffee Moonshine
Coffee moonshine might be the perfect summer drink. Cool, refreshing, and with the perfect grown-up kick, it combines your coffee’s delicious taste with the distinctive moonshine flavor or your favorite alcohol. It’s easy to make, and we guarantee once you discover just how easy it is to whip up your very own adult coffee beverage, you’ll be anxious to come up with variations. And no, you don’t need to set up a still to blend up your very own coffee moonshine.
This coffee moonshine recipe is a delicious and easy-to-make alcoholic drink that is perfect for any party or gathering. This recipe only requires a few simple ingredients and can be made in just a few minutes.
This spiked mocha latte recipe is delicious and easy to make! It is perfect for your next brunch! It is a brunch must-have that will have your guests raving about it!
Forget about regular moonshine, it’s all about the strawberry moonshine these days. This delicious drink is made with fresh strawberries, sugar, and corn whiskey. Ditch regular moonshine and try strawberry moonshine. You won’t be disappointed!
Strawberry Moonshine
This Homemade Strawberry Moonshine is the perfect drink for any backyard party!
The perfect refreshing large batch summer cocktail, this homemade Strawberry Lemonade Moonshine recipe is always a big hit! Perfect for sippin on the front porch on a hot day.
When it comes to blueberry moonshine, there are a lot of options out there. But which ones are the best? Here are our top picks for the best blueberry moonshine recipes around.
Huckleberry Hooch
This Huckleberry Hooch cocktail is the perfect drink for any gathering. It’s bursting with fresh blueberry flavor and perfect for warm summer days.
This blueberry and basil moonshine recipe is a delicious twist on regular moonshine. Serve this at your next party and your guests will be asking for the recipe!
There’s nothing quite like a chocolate moonshine. It’s the perfect drink to enjoy when you want a boozy sweet treat! Here are the best chocolate moonshine recipes that you can make to add to your moonshine collection.
Chocolate Moonshine
This chocolate moonshine is a recipe that will be a staple at every party and gathering It will easily become everyones favorite and it is very simple to make!
This creamy and delicious moonshine recipe is the perfect addition to coffee, after dinner drink or can even be enjoyed poured over ice cream for a fun after dinner treat.
There are many moonshine recipes out there, but finding the best one can be tricky. That’s why we’ve compiled a list of our favorite blackberry moonshine recipes for you to try. These recipes will allow you to enjoy sipping on your blackberry moonshine
Crock-Pot Blackberry Moonshine
Fresh sweet blackberries make this Blackberry Moonshine tasty on a summer day. Four ingredients is all it takes for an adult beverage your friends will love.
This Blackberry Moonshine Cocktail has a sweet and spicy kick. This is what you get when you mix a little bit of the South with a little bit of beach vibes.
Making delicious blackberry moonshine is not difficult. In fact, the hardest part about this recipe is the waiting! This recipe uses few ingredients and yields delicious results!
If you are looking for a unique and delicious alcoholic beverage, then look no further than this blackberry moonshine. This flavorful drink is perfect for any occasion and will surely impress your guests.
Make this yummy adult cocktail beverage in your slow cooker and sip away on it over ice or mixed into mixed drinks. This cherry pie moonshine is strong, sweet and fully of cherry flavor!
This cherry moonshine summer cocktail is the perfect way to celebrate lazy summer days. It packs a punch by using moonshine cherries, mint, lemon and bubbly seltzer water. You’ll love refreshing this cocktail tastes and you’ll want to make it all summer long!
One of the best things about moonshine is that it can be flavored however you like. Here are some of the best flavored moonshine recipes that you will enjoy!
Pineapple Moonshine
This tropical Pineapple Moonshine recipes is the perfect cocktail for spring and summer. It’s bursting with pineapple, coconut and orange flavors and is one of my favorite flavored moonshine recipes.
Peach Cobbler Moonshine is a tasty cocktail with fresh peaches, warm cinnamon & two different alcohols. It’s perfect for football games and hunting season.
If you’re looking for some delicious, fruity moonshine recipes, look no further than these jolly rancher moonshine recipes! Made with just a few simple ingredients, these moonshine recipes are sure to be a hit at your next party.
Looking for a special homemade gift for friends & neighbors? Make this super easy Slow Cooker Salted Caramel Moonshine that’s perfect for holiday sipping.
