This Apple Pie Moonshine is an easy recipe you can make at home. Serve it for special occasions or present it as gifts to friends and family. Either way, you’ll enjoy this delicious and flavorful recipe!
Yesterday I was delighted to share my Tips for Celebrating Friendsgiving. As promised, today I’m back with the recipe for Apple Pie Moonshine. Cheers!
This homemade apple pie moonshine recipe comes from my sister-in-law, Missy. She’s been making this moonshine for the past couple of years. I’m not sure why I hadn’t thought to share it with you sooner.
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It’s become tradition of sorts for us to have a sip during the holidays and on special occasions. It also makes a unique gift for friends, family, and neighbors, whatever the occasion.
What is Moonshine?
If you’ve never had Apple Pie Moonshine, I must warn you that it’s as dangerous as it is delicious!
This moonshine is made from 190 proof grain alcohol (Everclear), so it packs a punch. Given that it also tastes amazing, it’s best in moderation and should only be served by the shot. Please enjoy responsibly.
How Do You Make Apple Pie Moonshine?
To make the moonshine, simmer apple cider, apple juice, sugar, and seasonal spices for an hour to blend all the flavors together. (While the juice is cooking, check out my Friendsgiving playlist here.)
Once cooled, add the alcohol. The Apple Pie Moonshine is ready to drink. It’s that simple. However, I recommend letting it sit in the refrigerator for about a month. The longer it sits, the better it gets.
Now, if your state doesn’t sell 190 proof grain alcohol, you can substitute 150 proof or use more vodka.
Side note: For those wondering about my cute mason jar shot glasses and marble tray, you can find the shot glass here and the tray here. (affiliate links)
How long does flavored moonshine last?
If you can and seal them, the should last up to two years. Once you open them, I’d say about 3 months in the refrigerator.
However, I like to store mine in the freezer. They can last in the freezer for up to two years as well.
No matter how you make it, this moonshine is a delicious treat in small doses and, and, as I said, it makes a special gift. You can grab the full recipe for this delicious apple pie moonshine recipe below.
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Thank you so much for joining me for Friendsgiving! I hope you like this Apple Pie Moonshine recipe. Cheers, my friends!
Homemade Apple Pie Moonshine Recipe:
- 1 gallon apple cider
- 1 gallon apple juice
- 2 cups white sugar
- 2 cups brown sugar
- 6 cinnamon sticks plus more for garnish
- 1 teaspoon apple pie spice
- 1 (750 ml) bottle grain alcohol, 190 proof
- 1 (750 ml) bottle vodka
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In a large stock pot, combine the apple cider, apple juice, white sugar, brown sugar, cinnamon sticks, and apple pie spice. Bring to almost a boil. Cover the pot with a lid and reduce heat. Simmer for one hour. Remove the pot from heat and allow the mixture to cool.
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Once cool, remove the cinnamon sticks. Stir in the grain alcohol and vodka. Transfer the apple pie moonshine into sterilized quart jars or bottles and garnish with a cinnamon stick.
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The Apple Pie Moonshine can be enjoyed immediately. However, for the best flavor, store it sealed in the refrigerator for 3-4 weeks before drinking. Shake well before serving.
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I might need to make these for stocking stuffers for my extended family. Where can I get those little mason jar mugs? Do they come with lids?
The mini mugs are linked above. They are technically shot glasses, so no lids.
xo Michael
Ive been making this same recipe for years and it’s always a huge hit. However, The last time I made it I decided to substitute Hot Damn instead of vodka. Best decision ever!!
Love that idea, Jaclyn! I’ll have to give that a try.
xo Michael
My mother-in-law makes this recipe and it is so delish! Thank you for sharing the link for those adorable shot glasses. I just ordered them and can’t wait to whip up a batch of this moonshine and serve it in these for a new Thanksgiving tradition!
I would love to try making this. I wonder if it would be okay to put it in wine bottles and cork them.
Hi Michael. I made the Apple PIe Moonshine at Christmas to give to family members and it was a HUGE hit! I’m making another batch just to have on hand…. Can’t thank you (and Missy) enough. Happy New Year. I enjoy your blog.
Do you leave a cinnamon stick in the jar when you close them up? Looking forward to making this! Thank you!
Hi Michael,
do you hot water bath the jars? if yes, how long is the shelf life? if you do this, do you strain before canning it? I want to make for gifts and gift baskets so I would like it done before hand.
I have read to serve as a apple pie float with ice cream or whipped cream. have you tried it this way? sounds delicious!
thank you,
Connie
I haven’t “canned” them. I usually just store mine in the freezer for up to a year. However, I assume canning would work just fine and keep shelf stable for a year too. There’s really nothing to strain other than the cinnamon stick, but I like to leave that in there.
And no, I haven’t had it as an apple pie float, but that sounds amazing! I may have to make another batch. Thanks!
xo Michael
I brewed this and then was required to deploy so it sat in the Mason jars I put them in, inside my storage unit for about 4 months. It was wrapped in a dark heavy comforter so it would remain cool and in a dark place. I am glad to say upon my return they are still very good.
So happy to hear that, Travis. It should last for a year. I keep mine in the freezer to last longer. Cheers!
xo Michael
I’ve made this every fall since you’ve posted it. Just popping back in for the recipe to make up a batch for 2018. Thank you! -Sandy
Such a fun drink for thanksgiving!
What a fun tradition to start with my girlfriends! This sounds amazing!
I’m a moonshine drinking, West Virginia girl so you know I’m making this!
I’ve never had moonshine before, this sounds like a very good flavor to try. Perfect for Fall.
No one has gone blind from this??
Lol. Nope. 🙂
xo Michael
hello! i saw this recipe and thought hmmm i think i know what my co-workers are getting for xmas 🙂
my question is what apple juice do you prefer when making it?? there are so many on the market…sugar free, all natural etc. i just want to make sure i use the best 🙂
thx!!
dawn
Would water bath canning take out the alcohol content or change the flavour?
I wouldn’t think since it’s all contained. However, I really don’t need to water bath these. I just keep mine in the freezer.
xo Michael
Luckily I’m from the south so I got to use the real stuff the first time. Very, very good. Now I’m gonna cut half the vodka with Absolut Vanilla. I think the lady’s will like it a little better like that.
Do you strain the liquid through cheese cloth or pantyhose? I have heard of people doing that
Nope. I do not. There’s really nothing that needs strained out.
xo Michael