How to make Cranberry Moonshine
For this recipe you will need
Cranberry juice – cranberry juice has a super sharp flavor that pairs well with the alcohol and makes this moonshine give drinks a sharp hit.
White sugar – you need sugar to balance out the intensity of the cranberry flavor.
Fresh Cranberries – fresh cranberries give this moonshine a beautiful look and a fresh intensity.
190 proof grain alcohol – I use everclear for this moonshine. It mixes well with the intensity of the cranberries
How to make Cranberry Moonshine
Bring all the ingredients except the alcohol to a boil and stir until sugar is dissolved. Don’t let it heat for a long time or else the fresh cranberries will split into cranberry sauce.
Cover and remove from the heat, let it cool. Sterilize your jars and prepare them while you are waiting.
Mix the alcohol into the cooled mixture. Label it into the prepared jars, label them with the date, and let them sit for 2 weeks to 6 months.
Tips and Tricks
Tip 1 – We’re not actually sealing/canning the jars- just bringing all of the ingredients except the alcohol to a boil, letting it cool, and then adding them to sterile jars with Everclear. It is important to use Everclear for this recipe since it has such a high alcohol content. This helps keep everything from going bad!
Tip 2 – It’s best to make the moonshine ahead of time and let it sit, as the moonshine will sweeten and become more flavorful over time.
Tip 3 – Remember this moonshine is HIGHLY alcoholic- do not drive after drinking. It is not worth the risk- let’s keep the holidays happy! Please also keep well out of the reach of children.
