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 8 weeks before enjoying.
Please enjoy responsibly.
Notes
This Recipe Can be Doubled: Great recipe for a crowd. Simply increase the ingredients proportionately and split it into jars.
Add Less Cinnamon: Not a fan of cinnamon, there is no need to add the cinnamon sticks to the moonshine recipe.
Alcohol Content: It is difficult to calculate the alcohol in moonshine as it depends on the brands that you utilize. However, for general purposes it is about 35 proof with an ABV of around 17 percent. (This is just an estimate only, please do not come at me in the comments)
Jars: Any size canning jars that you have to store this Apple Pie Moonshine Everclear. You aren’t going to do the entire canning process. Just fill the jars and make sure they are tightly sealed, even gallon size can be used, perfect for holiday parties.
Time: The eight weeks is a guide, as the alcohol content is very high. If you like strong spirits with a kick or use a less strong proof then you can drink before the 8 weeks. Please drink responsibly.