Does clear mean moonshine?

A clear or cloudy moonshine is obtained during the temperature management. For instance, too high temperature means that the liquid will boil and move into the column of the still finally dripping down into the vessel where it is collected.

Can I use tap water to make moonshine?

#1 – Use Distilled and Not Tap Water One of the most important tips I can give to moonshiners is to always use distilled water for making moonshine wash. Using tap water in your still will result in some of these potentially harmful and taste-changing chemicals to transfer over to the moonshine.

How much methanol is in 5 gallons of mash?

Here are a few examples of the dangers of methanol: If 5 gallons of wine containing the abovementioned concentration of methanol (329mg/L) were distilled, there could be as much as 8 mL of methyl alcohol in the first jar – a potentially dangerous amount.

What temperature does moonshine still run at?

Keep it increasing, maintaining a range of 175 – 195 degrees Fahrenheit for as long as possible. Turn off the heat when it reaches 212 degrees Fahrenheit. The temperature at the top of the column will tell you about your alcohol vapor as it begins to condense.

How do you know when moonshine goes bad?

Moonshine that “goes bad” will have a foul taste, even if it’s not technically harmful. If the moonshine you’ve opened tastes worse than you expected, this is a sign that it’s been sitting for a while.

Can Apple Pie Moonshine be at room temperature?

Can Apple Pie Moonshine be at room temperature? Store the moonshine in covered mason jars or bottles at room temperature or in the refrigerator. The higher proof versions will stay good for a few years. The 38 proof one should be consumed in 2-3 months.

Does fruit moonshine go bad?

Unopened, flavored moonshine won’t change much and it won’t go bad. The fruits in unopened moonshine are preserved by the alcohol which prevents it from going off. When moonshine is opened it can go off because the moonshine will evaporate leaving the fruits vulnerable to rotting.

What is the best fruit to put in moonshine?

peach moonshine

How do you drink moonshine?

How should you drink moonshine? “We always drink it straight from the jar, but encourage you to get creative by mixin’ your own recipe. A Southern classic is our Front Porch Peach Tea, which is 2 parts Ole Smoky Peach Moonshine, 1 part sweet tea and 1 part Lemonade, with peach and mint for garnish.”

How do I flavor my moonshine?

But you can subdue its potent taste by flavoring it with almost any fruit, including watermelon, peach, strawberry, raspberry, apple, lime or lemon. Just remember to add your fruit of choice while making the moonshine in order to avoid reducing the alcohol content. Here’s how you’re going to want to flavor your hooch.