Apple Pie Moonshine Recipe
Sweet, spiced, and cozy, this Apple Pie Moonshine Recipe uses apple cider, apple juice, cinnamon sticks, and vanilla for amazing flavor.
Equipment
- Large stock pot or Dutch oven
- Wooden spoon
- Measuring cups
- Fine mesh strainer (optional)
- Funnel
- Mason jars or glass bottles with lids
Ingredients
- 1 gallon apple cider
- 1 gallon apple juice
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 4 cinnamon sticks
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
- ½ teaspoon ground cloves
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- 750 ml grain alcohol Everclear
- 750 ml vodka optional for smoother finish
Instructions
- In a large pot, combine apple cider, apple juice, granulated sugar, and brown sugar.
- Add cinnamon sticks, ground cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves.
- Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer over medium heat.
- Reduce heat and simmer uncovered for 45–60 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Remove from heat and allow the mixture to cool completely.
- Once fully cooled, stir in vanilla extract.
- Add grain alcohol and vodka (if using).
- Taste and adjust sweetness or strength if needed.
- Strain out spices if desired.
- Funnel into clean mason jars and seal.
- Let it rest at least 24 hours before drinking—longer is even better.