APPLE PIE MOONSHINE

APPLE PIE MOONSHINE 64 oz / 8 cups of apple cider 64 oz / 8 cups apple juice 1 3/4 cups brown sugar 1 cup white sugar A few dashes of nutmeg A few dashes of cinnamon 8 whole cinnamon sticks, snapped in half 1 750 ml bottle Everclear (80 to 151 proof…just depends on how strong you like it) or grain alcohol Combine the cider, juice and sugars and bring to a vigorous boil, sprinkle in the spices and continue to boil for 10 more minutes, reducing it a bit Remove the mixture from the heat and cool completely. Once the mixture is at room temperature, pour in the Everclear, stir. Place a fine mesh strainer or cheesecloth over quart sized mason jars, seal and refrigerate until drinking or gifting. This will yield 4-5 quart sized mason jars full. Store the moonshine in a cold garage or refrigerator. Give it a quick shake before pouring. Notes: Adding in the spice is not necessary, especially if you buy a well flavored apple cider. I like the added kick from the spices. Your call. Keeps well in the fridge 4 weeks or more (depends on how fresh your cider was). I like to place it in the freezer about an hour before drinking. It will freeze up a bit, but I love the icy bits,