This Peach Moonshine is one of my favorite cocktails!
A while back, I posted a recipe for Apple Pie Moonshine. It is one of my all-time favorite cocktails. So, it was no surprise when I feel head-over-heels in love with this Peach Moonshine.
MY LATEST VIDEOSI can’t even count how many times I’ve given away bottles of the stuff. As soon as people try it, they are hooked!
While it has a silky smooth taste, you have to enjoy this drink slowly. It is extremely potent. It’s made with an entire bottle of 190 proof grain alcohol and an entire bottle of Peach Schnapps. You don’t want to knock back a big ol’ glass of the stuff. Start small and go slow.
This Peach Moonshine is very easy to make too. Just be sure to factor in that you need to let it sit for a few weeks before you drink it. If you try it too early, you’ll be blown away by a very strong alcohol flavor.
This moonshine is one of those things that mellows with time. Just let it sit so all of the peachy goodness has time to become one with the alcohol. It’s worth the wait. I promise.
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This Peach Moonshine recipe is very easy to make. Here’s the equipment I used to make it:
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Peach Moonshine
Ingredients
- 2 64 oz bottles white grape peach juice
- 2 15 oz cans sliced peaches in heavy syrup
- 2½ cups granulated sugar
- 6 - 7 cinnamon sticks
- 1 750 ml bottle grain alcohol - I used 190 proof Everclear
- 1 750 ml bottle peach schnapps
Instructions
- In a large pot, bring juice, peaches w/ syrup, sugar, and cinnamon sticks to a boil.
- Reduce heat and simmer for 45 minutes.
- Remove from stove and allow mixture to cool to room temperature, then add the peach schnapps and grain alcohol. **CAUTION: Do not add alcohol near a flame or heat source. It is highly flammable. Make sure mixture is completely cooled before adding alcohol.
- Stir well, then pour through a strainer layered with a cheesecloth to remove peaches and any pieces of the cinnamon sticks.
- Divide peaches and cinnamon sticks evenly between the jars.
- Ladle moonshine into clean mason jars, leaving a 1/2 inch head.
- Place lids on jars and allow to sit in a cool, dry place for 1 month before enjoying.
- Please enjoy responsibly.
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This incredible recipe was originally from Addicted to DIY.
Lucy says
I have been making this and other flavors for years. The girls at golf love them all. I put them in the freezer and they don’t freeze, naturally with all that alcohol lol, but they do get slushy and it tastes great!
Charles Hubbard says
Tastes great! Any idea of the proof of the final product?
Christina Hitchcock says
Unfortunately, I don’t have any way to measure this so I’m not sure.
Jill says
Hi! Do you know how strong this as the final product? Ie. What proof? Thanks!
Christina Hitchcock says
I am not sure of the final proof. I have no way of measuring it accurately.
Karen W says
How do you prefer to drink this? Any other uses?
Christina Hitchcock says
I like to drink it straight but you can also mix in cocktails or serve it from the freezer (it won’t completely freeze but it gets nice and slushy!).
Vickie says
I made this and it is excellent! I put the peaches in the hard and they taste great. I will definitely be making this again.
Doris adams says
Very disappointed you advertise FREE eBook for the moonshine recipe n when I when to get it downloaded the recipes were of good NOT moonshine but a cost for the book. False n misleading
Christina Hitchcock says
I’m not sure how my free moonshine ebook is misleading. When you click on the button to download the free moonshine ebook, you enter your email and the ebook is immediately sent to your inbox. There is absolutely no cost for the free ebook. If you didn’t receive the ebook immediately, I recommend you check your SPAM folder. If you’re still having problems you can email me directly at hello@itisakeeper.com.
Mare says
Can I completely drain out the cinnamon sticks and peach slices, and add fresh cinnamon sticks and fresh sliced (uncooked) peaches ( not canned) before I give as gifts??
Christina Hitchcock says
You can, but the ones that are in there are soaked with flavor (and moonshine). If you plan to use fresh peaches, you will want to add some simple syrup to the recipe because the syrup in the canned peaches adds sweetness to the recipe. You’ll have to play around with the measurements. I’ve never used fresh peaches in this recipe so I don’t have measurements for you.
Sonny O'Brien says
Do I simmer with the lid on or off? Thank you.
Christina Hitchcock says
Lid off 🙂
Kim Wilcher says
I’m use to canning where you seal the jars. Since this isn’t sealed how long will it last?
Christina Hitchcock says
Because of the high alcohol content from the grain alcohol, it preserves the moonshine. I’ve had some in my pantry for well over a year without using canning methods to seal the jars.
Brenda says
I have a tree full of fresh peaches. Can I use them for this recipe? Do I need that heavy syrup that is in the canned peaches? Thanks
Christina Hitchcock says
I’ve never tried it with fresh peaches but I don’t see why not. It would probably be great!
Patricia says
I made it with fresh peaches and added a half cup of Torano salted caramel syrup (coffee flavoring syrup) to make up for the syrup in the peach cans. It was yummy when I tasted before adding the alcohol, anxious to see what it becomes!!
Christina Hitchcock says
YUUUUUUMMMMMM!!! That is a great idea! I”m going to have to try that! I love Torani syrups!
sandy says
I just made this last night? Can you keep it in the refrigerator for the 1st month or is that too cool?
Christina Hitchcock says
Either in the fridge or a cool, dark place. I keep mine in the pantry.
Tony says
Can I use peach vodka instead of peach schnapps
Christina Hitchcock says
Absolutely!
Rosen Hughes says
After bottling my peach moonshine I found a couple cans of peaches in my pantry. What do you think about dividing up drained peaches in my already prepared jars? Too late? Next time I make this recipe I’m going to definitely add more peaches to the jars.
Thanks
Christina Hitchcock says
I think you can add them now.
Randy Williams says
Just made this last night and I know it says set aside for a month but had to try a little and it was great my wife said the only thing missing was the ice cream..
Christina Hitchcock says
Peach Moonshine Floats for the win! Great idea!
Kyle says
Do you simmer this with the lid on or off? I Just made this and got seven and a half quarts.
Sandra says
This was so easy to make! I love that it is a large batch and will be perfect for spring parties!
Wendy | Around My Family Table says
I made this recently for a camping trip. It was the perfect drink to sip around the campfire after the kids went to bed.
Denay DeGuzman says
This peach moonshine recipe was so fun to make! I’m looking forward to making up another batch this weekend for Super Bowl Sunday. 🙂
Tina says
Hi. Are you putting new fresh cinnamon sticks in the jars. Are you putting fresh peach slices in the jar or canned peach slices? If so how much of each?
Christina Hitchcock says
No, you are to divide the cinnamon sticks and peaches from the mixture evenly between the jars. The number of jars will depend on what size jars you use.
Paco says
Do you put the peaches in the bottle
Christina Hitchcock says
I do 🙂
Karen says
I’m confused about the a amount of canned peaches. It says 2oz 15? Want to make sure before I buy them. Thanks
Christina Hitchcock says
My apologies…when I transferred my recipe over it formatted incorrectly. Everything is correct now. It was 2 15oz cans.
Richard says
Hi, I made your recipe, and it is very taste full. Have you tried reducing the juice to only one 64 0nce bottle? To me it taste a little light, but might just be the sugar tricking me. I drank a few swigs, and I have that little feeling above my eyes. Next time I will reduce it, and use only 1 64 once, and let you know how it comes out. Does taste really good, though. I would just like to be able to taste the alcohol a little more.
Christina Hitchcock says
You can definitely adjust it according to your taste. The grain alcohol was very strong for my taste.
tom says
CANT GET 190 proof everclear–only 151 proof will that do?
Christina Hitchcock says
Sure it will. It just won’t be as strong. 🙂
Richard says
if you use 151, you might want to reduce the white grape peach juice. Maybe only use one 64 once.
Christina Hitchcock says
Great idea!
Karen says
I myself can only get the 151 proof in PA, that is what I used and it was awesome!
Christina Hitchcock says
Glad you liked it 🙂
DEANNA HUTCHINS says
we can only get 120 proof in CA
Christina Hitchcock says
You can definitely use that…it just won’t be as strong. It will still taste great though!
Renee says
Is it best to serve it at room temp. Or chilled?
Christina Hitchcock says
Definitely chilled! I usually keep a jar in the fridge.
Donovan says
Is there a certain way to store it or is it as easy as clamping on lids and leaving them to ferment for a while?
Christina Hitchcock says
I just screw the lids on and let it hangout on a cabinet shelf for a 6-8 weeks.
Kay says
Is there any dangers to be aware of when making this? Also is there any dangers about storing it to go bad. Ive hard that if you do it wrong it can become poisonous or make you go blind.
Christina Hitchcock says
Let the mixture completely cool before adding the alcohol. Do NOT add it while it’s on the stove. The alcohol is highly flammable. You aren’t actually making moonshine (like in a still). It’s just a fun name for the cocktail. I have never heard it becoming poisonous or making anyone blind, but it is VERY strong, so drink responsibly.
Brenda says
Can you use the Welch’s grape peach juice in the carton from the refrigerated section or does it have to be the bottled juice?
Christina Hitchcock says
As long as the sizes are the same, I think you will be OK with either.
Barbara Jacobs says
What is white grape peach juice and where to you get it.?
Christina Hitchcock says
I found it in the juice aisle of my grocery store. I think it was Ocean Spray.
Donny says
Welches makes one too,
Christina Hitchcock says
Good to know! Thanks for sharing 🙂
Melissa says
Do you have to do anything to preserve it? Or does it have a good shelf life because of the alcohol in it?
Christina says
The alcohol preserves it. It’s 190 proof.
Jan Gonzalez says
I cant wait to make the peach moonshine its going to be a evry excellent
Gift for Christmas .Also this is my first time on here and i am already enjoying
It Thank you !!!