This tropical Pineapple Moonshine recipe 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.
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This Pineapple Moonshine is the perfect summer cocktail. You will love the combination of flavors – pineapple, coconut and orange – come together into a strong and flavorful cocktail that will knock your socks off.
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What We Love About This Flavoured Moonshine Recipe
Warm breezes and tropical weather beckon for the perfect alcoholic drink. If you want the perfect elixir for summer, look no further than this Pineapple Moonshine,
- Quick Prep It takes only a few minutes to prepare but you do have to wait.
- Rest: Will take 8 weeks to mellow and blend.
- Adaptable: Can make it so many different versions and so many fun drinks.
- Makes Great Gifts: A wonderful Wedding Favor or party gift if they enjoy an adult beverage.
Ingredient Notes for Tropical Paradise Pineapple Moonshine
- Orange Juice: Fresh squeezed or bottled is fine, about 2 cup. Strain the pulp or use it if you prefer that texture.
- Pineapple Juice: 64 oz of pineapple juice.
- Cream of Coconut: Not coconut water but actual coconut cream.
- Torani Pineapple Syrup: This enhances that tropical pineapple vibe.
- Orange Zest: Do not skip the orange zest it really intensifies the flavors.
- Orange: 1 Whole orange sliced.
- Sugar: 2 cups of white sugar or use brown sugar if you prefer a deeper flavor.
- 750 ml Everclear 190 proof : This grain alcohol is very strong so use caution.
Equipment Needed for Plain Moonshine
How to Make DIY Moonshine
These are the basic steps for making flavored moonshine. Please refer to the recipe card below for more detailed instructions and nutrition information. Alcohol content will vary by the type of alcohol used and the mixers added.
STEP 1: MIX
First, add orange juice, pineapple juice and cream of coconut to large stock pot and then stir in orange zest, orange slices and sugar.Bring a boil then turn heat down to simmer. Simmer the liquid for 15 minutes or until sugar is completely dissolved. Remove from heat and allow to cool completely. This can be done in a slow cooker or crockpot if you prefer that method.
STEP 2: ADD ALCOHOL
Next, stir Everclear and pineapple syrup into the cooled simple syrup mixture. Ladle or pour mixture into jars and seal tightly by hand. There is no need to can this beverage.
STEP 3: STORE
Finally, store for 8 weeks in a cool dark place. There is no need to refrigerate.
Prep and Storage Tips for Flavored Moonshine Recipes
HOW TO MAKE THIS PINEAPPLE MOONSHINE RECIPE AHEAD OF TIME
Making this recipe ahead of time is a must as the alcohol needs time to mellow and the flavors have time to meld. Can you drink before the 8 weeks, yes, but it is not recommended. Make your favorite punch or coolers with the moonshine or simply add ice and club soda.
HOW TO STORE THIS SWEET ALCOHOLIC DRINK RECIPE
It is not necessary to store this moonshine in the refrigerator, simply place in a cool dry place and it will be fine.
HAVE MORE MOONSHINE QUESTIONS
There have been so many questions about this moonshine, therefore I have created an Ultimate Flavored Moonshine Guide to answer them all. Check here for the answers to all your moonshine questions.
Frequently Asked Questions
Want to learn how to make your own moonshine, check here for equipments and guided information.
There are many cocktails and other drinks that you can make with this pineapple moonshine. I have compiled a book of 50 Incredible Moonshine Cocktail Recipes for you to try.
Indeed, this recipe can be adjusted as you need it for your get together. Make the number of batches that you need.
No, there is no need to can this recipe. Just make sure that your jars and lids are completely clean. Always make sure that the lids are applied tightly. The everclear alcohol keeps everything preserved.
Expert Tips for Making This Everclear Moonshine Recipes
- Add Different Syrup Torani Coconut Syrup can be added for a different flavor,
- Bottles: Quart canning jars, mason jars or bottles for moonshine will all work, just make sure that they have lids that can be applied tightly.
- Mixers: Feel free to add whiskey, vodka, soda or more juice to this pineapple moonshine to create wonderful drinks.
- Slushie: Blend with ice to make a pineapple slushie consistency, garnish with a slice of pineapple.
- Alternate cooking method tip: Top with fresh fruit such as cherries, lime, orange slices, fresh pineapple slices or little umbrellas.
What to Serve with Pineapple Moonshine
- Tropical Chicken Salad Sandwiches
- Hawaiian Garlic Shrimp Skewers
- Fruit Salsa with Cinnamon Chips
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Pineapple Moonshine Recipe
Ingredients
- 2 cups orange juice
- 64 oz pineapple juice
- 4 oz cream of coconut
- ½ cup Torani Pineapple syrup
- 1 tablespoons orange zest
- 1 orange, sliced
- 2 cups sugar
- 750 ml Everclear 190 proof, see notes
Instructions
- Add orange juice, pineapple juice and cream of coconut to large stock pot.
- Stir in orange zest, orange slices and sugar.
- Bring a boil then turn heat down to simmer.
- Simmer for 15 minutes or until sugar is completely dissolved.
- Remove from heat and allow to cool completely.
- Stir Everclear and pineapple syrup into the cooled mixture.
- Ladle into jar and seal tightly.
- Store in a cool, dark place for at least 8 weeks before enjoying. See notes.
Expert Tips
- This recipe uses Everclear 190 proof. If you can’t find it in your area, you can use Everclear 151 proof or vodka.
- As long as you alcohol that is more than 80 proof, you can store your moonshine in tightly sealed jars for up to one year in a cool, dark place.
- Add Different Syrup Torani Coconut Syrup can be added for a different flavor,
- Bottles: Canning jars, mason jars or bottles for moonshine will all work, just make sure that they have lids that can be applied tightly.
- Mixers: Feel free to add whiskey, vodka, soda or more juice to this pineapple moonshine to create wonderful drinks.
- Slushie: Blend with ice to make a pineapple slushie.
- Alternate cooking method tip: Top with fresh fruit such as cherries, orange slices, pineapple slices or little umbrellas.
Estimated Nutritional Information
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Is the 8 weeks to set required? I am trying to make this for the 4th of July.
Yes, if you use 190 proof grain alcohol as the recipe describes.
Don’t call it pineapple. Call it orange. Very similar to a dreamcicle one I’ve made minus the cream.
Do you use the entire bottle of everclear for this recipe?
Yes. 750L bottle.
When placing in jars do u leave the oranges in it?
I do not.
How moonshine can I use with the ingredients
When I made Apple Pie I used a one Mason jar of shine and one 750ml of vodka. Do you think the same could be done for this recipe but use rum instead of vodka? I don’t see why not. I’d have to double the other ingredients as well.
I dont’ see why not! Sounds delish!
Apple Pie Moonshine is best made with real Moonshine, but Everclear is about as close as you can legally buy. In TN, you can buy Moonshine in a Liquor store, but it is not as strong. Living in the area where Popcorn Sutton made his Shine meant a lot for me. May he rest in peace.
The recipe states to add shredded coconut but the amount isn’t listed in the ingredients. How much do you add? Sounds devine!
I removed the shredded coconut from the recipe. I just updated it for you.
So question… your recipe calls for 4oz of cream of coconut but then in the directions it shows coconut water and shredded coconut. Can you clear up that little bit of confusion please? Everclear is pricey so I want to make sure I get this right the first time! 🙂 THANK YOU!!!!!
It’s cream of coconut. The recipe has been updated. Enjoy!
What kind of orange juice do you use is there a specific kind so it does not go bad
Just regular orange juice. We prefer pulp free but any type will work.
Question about the mason jars. Did you push down to seal them before tightening the lids ? Or just put the lid on and tighten it ?
You can just put on the lid and tighten it.
Any one know how much shredded coconut goes in this? Also, in the ingredients list it has cream of coconut, and in the instructions it has coconut water, are they interchangeable, is that a simple mistake, or are both supposed to go into this? I just want to make it the right way. Thank you.
The recipe has been updated. The first I made it, I used the shredded coconut but didn’t like it so I removed it from the recipe. And, it’s cream of coconut, not coconut water. The recipe is now correct.
How many Mason jars does this recipe create?
It depends on the size of the jars. There are multiple sizes.
So I used the coconut cream. While it is in storage it almost seems to separate. If you mix it is fine. I opened it up and smells good. Have you seen this? I want to give as gifts but scared it will be gross. Please help.
Yes, it will separate. Just give it a good shake.
Could you use Coconut milk instead? And if I wanted to add some of the rum you suggested, how much would I add?
I have never tried coconut milk but I don’t see why it wouldn’t work. I would start with a cup of rum and taste it from there. YOu can add the rum after it settles for a few weeks.
I did use the like and it was almost chunky.
When do you add the pineapple syrup?
Add it when you add the Everclear. The recipe has been updated. Thanks 🙂
Is the calorie content for the whole recipe?
It’s per quart.
My gosh — all the flavors I love!! That would go down so easily that it would kick me in the rear before I knew it. I saving this for the summer months — I can see me on the patio sipping on it.
Oh man, I’ve never made my own moonshine before, but this sounds so delicious! And I love the color! Hurry up, summer <3
I love that this lasts for up to a year! Great recipe.
This sounds wonderful! A great way to serve cocktails for a party – definitely bookmarking and see several batches being made for the summer!
These are some of my favorite flavors combined! I’m new to moonshine… do you just drink it straight then or do you mix it with something before you drink it?
I can answer that, real Moonshine is extremely strong, but can be sipped straight if you have something to chase it with. Everclear is also strong. Another option in this recipe would be to use Bacardi 151 Rum.
You had me at pineapple! Yum! This sounds perfect for warmer weather and poolside fun! I had no idea you could store for a year!
All the tropical feels!! Perfect for the upcoming warmer weather season.