Category Archives: Distilling 101

How To Make Essential Oils (Complete Guide)

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Essential oils are an excellent addition to your therapeutic or culinary collection kit. The can also be used in mixology and distilling homemade sprits! I first started making essential oils to add to my gin! They have tons of benefits and are extremely aromatic. Because small amounts are extracted per batch, they can be very{…}

How To Make Watermelon Moonshine (The Right Way!)

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Watermelon moonshine is a fruity, delicious, and sweet drink you can make at home with simple ingredients and equipment. There are two main ways to make it: infused and distilled.  Infused watermelon moonshine is made by combining the fruit’s juice with Everclear and spices, and letting the flavors meddle and marry for a couple of{…}

Does Moonshine Freeze? (Use This Rule Of Thumb)

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Sipping on chilled moonshine is pleasant every once in a while, especially on hot summer days. But, I’ve noticed that regardless of how long l let the spirit sit in the freezer, it never solidifies. It doesn’t even become slushy. After a bit of research, I uncovered the reasons behind this phenomenon, which I’ll share{…}

The Best Distillation Column Packing Material (For Reflux)

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Packing material creates a large surface area for the vapor and liquid to interact. The more interaction, the more reflux, and the more reflux, the higher the ABV and purity. But what is the best packing for a distillation column? Common choices for most home distillers are:  This begs the question: how do you choose{…}

How To Clarify Your Moonshine Wash (Distiller’s Guide)

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Clarifying or clearing a wash is a controversial topic amongst home-distillers. Some skip the step altogether and add anti-foaming agents to mitigate any problems that come with distilling solids. While others take the extra time to ensure everything going into the boiler is as clean as possible. There’s no right or wrong. But I’ve always{…}

How Much Alcohol Will My Still Produce?(Explained!)

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Knowing the potential yield of your still can help you plan your distilling day more effectively. Generally, you can expect to obtain 20% alcohol of your still’s capacity. This is just a rough estimate and can vary based on several factors, like wash, fermentation, and distillation efficiency. In this post, I’ll discuss aspects that influence{…}

Our 6 Best Fruit Moonshine Recipes (Try These)

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If you’re looking to add more fruit moonshine to your home bar, I’ve got a bunch of tasty recipes you can try. From apple and peach to strawberry and banana, I’m certain you’ll find one that will satisfy your preferences. What Is Fruit Moonshine?  Fruit moonshine is an alcohol made by fermenting and distilling fruits.{…}

The Best Strawberry Moonshine Recipe (Tested)

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Nothing screams summer quite like a strawberry moonshine. It’s sweet and bursts with the flavor of fresh berries. In this post, I’ll share two recipes you can get started with right away: infused and distilled versions. Both techniques create a well-rounded, tasty spirit. What I Love About Strawberry Moonshine?  The juicy flavor of ripe strawberries{…}

The Best Pineapple Moonshine Recipe (Tested)

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Pineapple moonshine is a vibrant tropical drink that packs a punch. There are two techniques to create this tasty drink: Via infusion or distillation. In this blog, I’ll share both methods so you can always have fun and versatile ways to spruce up your boozy endeavors.  What Is Pineapple Moonshine? Pineapple moonshine is a refreshing{…}