The Recipe Moonshine
Unleash your inner distiller with "The Recipe Moonshine," a classic take on crafting your own small-batch homemade spirit. Using simple yet authentic ingredients like cornmeal, malted barley, granulated sugar, and high-quality yeast, this recipe celebrates tradition while delivering bold flavors. The step-by-step process—from mashing the grains to fermenting and distilling—creates a smooth, unaged whiskey perfect for sipping or mixing into your favorite cocktails. With just a bit of patience and care, you'll produce a crystal-clear, high-proof moonshine that's both an art and a reward. Whether you're looking to explore the roots of American whiskey-making or simply want to add a unique personal touch to your home bar, "The Recipe Moonshine" promises an experience as satisfying as the final pour! Always enjoy responsibly.
Try SnapCalorie's FREE AI assisted nutrition tracking free in the App store or on Android.
Ingredients
- 2 lbs Cornmeal
- 8 cups Granulated Sugar
- 5 gallons Distilled Water
- 2 tbsp Yeast (distiller's or baker's)
- 1.5 lbs Malted Barley
Directions
Step 1
1. Combine the cornmeal and malted barley in a large stockpot.
Step 2
2. Heat 4 gallons of distilled water to around 165°F (74°C) and pour it over the dry ingredients in the stockpot.
Step 3
3. Stir the mixture thoroughly to eliminate any clumps. Let it sit for about 90 minutes, maintaining the temperature around 150°F (65°C) to extract fermentable sugars.
Step 4
4. After the mixture cools down to 70-80°F (21-27°C), transfer it to a fermentation bucket or container.
Step 5
5. Dissolve the sugar in 1 gallon of warm distilled water and add it to the fermentation container.
Step 6
6. Sprinkle the yeast over the top of the liquid. Stir gently to incorporate.
Step 7
7. Seal the fermentation container with an airlock and keep it in a warm, dark place (70-75°F or 21-24°C). Allow fermentation to occur for 5-7 days or until bubbling ceases.
Step 8
8. Strain the liquid through a cheesecloth or mesh to remove solids, transferring it to your still for distillation.
Step 9
9. Follow your still manufacturer’s directions for proper usage, and distill the liquid, collecting the product in separate fractions known as 'cuts': the head, heart, and tail.
Step 10
10. Discard the head (the first portion of the distillate, which contains harmful methanol). Keep the heart for consumption and discard or recycle the tails.
Step 11
11. Let the moonshine rest in glass jars for several days to mellow before enjoying, responsibly and in moderation.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | 22131.4 grams (22131.4g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 12003 |
| Total Fat 48.90g | 63% |
| Saturated Fat 6.80g | 34% |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 153mg | 7% |
| Total Carbohydrate 2860.00g | 1040% |
| Dietary Fiber 176.90g | 632% |
| Total Sugars 1609.50g | |
| Protein 142.60g | 285% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 275mg | 21% |
| Iron 50mg | 277% |
| Potassium 4524mg | 96% |
Source of Calories