Indulge in the sweet and aromatic flavors of homemade vanilla apple pie moonshine. This delightful drink combines the warmth of vanilla with the crispness of apples, creating a perfect blend of flavors. It's the ideal drink to enjoy during the holiday season or to share with friends at gatherings. With a simple recipe and just a few ingredients, you can easily create this tasty moonshine at home.
Ingredients
- 2 cups apple juice
- 1 cup apple cider
- 1 cup white sugar
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 4 cinnamon sticks
- 1 vanilla bean
- 1 liter grain alcohol (such as Everclear)
- 1 cup water
Directions
- In a large saucepan, combine the apple juice, apple cider, white sugar, brown sugar, and cinnamon sticks.
- Carefully split the vanilla bean lengthwise and scrape the seeds. Add both the seeds and the bean to the saucepan.
- Place the saucepan over medium heat and stir until the sugars have dissolved completely.
- Once the mixture starts to simmer, reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Remove the saucepan from the heat and allow the mixture to cool completely.
- Once cooled, remove the cinnamon sticks and vanilla bean.
- In a separate large pot, combine the grain alcohol and water.
- Slowly pour the apple mixture into the pot with the alcohol, stirring gently to combine.
- Transfer the moonshine to clean mason jars or bottles with airtight lids.
- Seal the jars tightly and store them in a cool, dark place for at least 2 weeks to allow the flavors to develop.
- After 2 weeks, the vanilla apple pie moonshine is ready to be enjoyed. Serve over ice and garnish with apple slices and a sprinkle of cinnamon, if desired. Sip and savor the delightful flavors of this homemade moonshine.
