After seeing a video about a guy talking about maybe making a whiskey primarily from corn, i started thinking about that great plant. We show you how to make moonshine at home using a pressure cooker still with our moonshine instructions, and well give you a peach moonshine recipe and a video for whiskey moonshine. Moonshine recipe aka nocook mash while the term moonshine actually describes any illicitly distilled liquor, it is more commonly considered to be an unaged distilled spirit made from a primarily corn mash. Then they make heads and tails cuts on the second spirits run using one plate. Whiskey is made from a variety of different grains including barley, rye, wheat and corn. Making pure corn whiskey 2nd edition by ian smiley. Shop moonshine books at moonshine distiller making pure corn whiskey is a book that provides information on the history and methods of making whiskey. The craft of whiskey distilling free ebook clawhammer supply. Whiskey recipe easy mash corn whiskey base moonshine. Since corn was the predominant grain within the state, the majority of distillers in kentucky most likely used corn to make their whiskey. The variety nearly went extinct in the early 2000s, but two remaining ears of corn were used to revive it. Aug 01, 2008 i really hope that this is not a stupid question, but i wanted to ask it. A true expression of the south, this small batch 100 percent straight corn whiskey is handcrafted in ceramic jugs with a cork finish. Making pure corn whiskey moonshine books moonshine.
Is the corn you eat the same as the corn in your bourbon. To make quick and tasty moonshine whiskey, add sprouted, crushed corn to a large pot of boiling water, then allow the mixture to cool and mix in champagne yeast starter. Making pure corn whiskey is the most comprehensive homedistiling book that specifically addresses the smallscale production of whiskey. It details every aspect of how fresh grain is tranformed into whiskey, with easy and inexpensive methods of fabricating the equipment and precise details of how to operate it. Supremely smooth, this south carolinamade corn whiskey has the kind of mashbill that could serve for making bourbon, were the corn dialed back just a bit. A professional guide for amateur and microdistillers. Aug 06, 2019 to make quick and tasty moonshine whiskey, add sprouted, crushed corn to a large pot of boiling water, then allow the mixture to cool and mix in champagne yeast starter. Heirloom whiskey program years of research and a dedicated group of historians has lead to a true fieldtoglass whiskey made from rare, historically important heirloom corn varieties. The key is to make head tail cuts that save congeners. Homemade whiskey recipe and technology moonshiners club. How to make corn whiskey downloadshiva com youtube. With a pole or another hard object mash the corn, make sure all kernels are.
Gives a thorough treatment of the history and the methods of making whiskey, and explains how to make a highseparation fractionating still to distill it. Making pure corn whiskey the author speaks with authority on every phase of the production of pure corn whiskey, but also supplements that information with other types of whiskey, including mash recipes, tips, and tricks. It provides you with information on how to make a highseparation fractionating still, how to make the cut that elusive skill that makes the difference between making real whiskey and just flavoring alcohol, and more. Bishop continues, sweet corn or table corn is a mutation of field corn which causes sugar to be poorly converted to starch during maturation, although truly good whiskey corns are those equally adept at making grits, polenta, or cornbread, be they dent, flint, or flour. If youd like to begin drinking your corn whiskey, dilute it first to make it smoother to drink. Book, making pure corn whiskey ian smiley brewcraft usa. Strain the fermented mixture through a cheesecloth and then into your still. Using his own farm raised corn, chuck turns kernels into whiskey and frowns into smiles. Making pure corn whiskey ian smiley can be found online at adventures in homebrewing along with other beer brewing, wine making, mead, cider, spirits, soda, cheese, vinegar, doityourself and home brewing books. If youd like to try your hand at homemade whiskey, corn whiskey is a great one to start with. This process is also used to make real rum, brandy, and schnapps in countries where it is legal. Heaven hill corn whiskey 9 year old that boutiquey whisky company straight corn whiskey from the phenomenal heaven hill.
However, please check with your local authorities to see if it is legal to make shine in your. For example, bourbon must contain at least 51% corn. Whiskey, like a beautiful woman, demands appreciation. The original moonshine corn whiskey moonshine quality. Following is a detailed corn whiskey moonshine recipe, illustrated with pictures. It is innovative techniques such as this which are more info. Distinct from the stereotypical american moonshine, corn whiskey uses a traditional mash process and is subject to the tax and identity laws for alcohol under federal law. The aging factor needs a little more investigation. What the recipe doesnt indicate is the amount need for each grain. A mash is just that grains mashed up into a nice primordial bourbon stew.
Corn whiskey january 24, 2012 front page, whiskey mash recipes tagged. Your guide to making moonshine, whisky, vodka moonshine making guide. At 100 proof, virginia lightning packs a punch, and brings back memories of. If you like it, make sure to check out our other articles on making moonshine. Check temperature and stir for 30 seconds every 20 minutes until the mixture has cooled to 70 f.
The corn whiskey recipe book dabney, joseph earl on. I only wish that the refraction still plan illustrations were printed a bit bigger easier to see small things like the tongue. This process takes several hours on its own, but can be sped up significantly with the use of an immersion cooler. How to make corn whiskey downloadshiva com dscdocumentries. Moonshine receipes how to make whiskey hi proof products. The man wrote the book literally, and he selfpublished it on how to make moonshine. Garden fresh ear corn whiskey whisky recipes brewhaus. Jan 02, 2018 for nearly a century, jimmy red corn was used by bootleggers to make moonshine whiskey. Making pure corn whiskey by ian smiley contains everything you would ever want to know about the smallscale production of whiskey. The most comprehensive homedistilling book that specifically addresses the smallscale production. The better to understand the kind of man were talking about, and the kind of product were dealing with. Smooth, complex and full of character, platte valley offers a premium taste that could only come from more than 150 years of whiskey making experience. The book features over a dozen recipes that range from modern scientifically optimized processes to traditional corn squeezins and sourmash recipes.
A professional guide for amateur and micro distillers paperback december 30, 2003. Made from 80% corn, this whiskey has an unexpectedly sweet and clean finish. Start with a small amount, so you can find the ratio you like. The book also features over a dozen recipes that range from modern scientificallyoptimized processes to traditional corn squeezins and sourmash recipes. This is a fresh corn likker that you can make with frozen corn from the supermarket or the corn from your garden. Everything has been ingeniously developed for home and hobby operations, as well as microdistilleries. Every aspect of how fresh grain is transformed into whiskey is detailed, with easy and inexpensive methods of fabricating the equipment and precise operating instructions.
Original moon shine corn whiskey moonshine is a clear corn whiskey that is distilled from fermented corn mash. Click to share on facebook opens in new window click to share on twitter opens in new window. If youve never seen a picture of sutton, stop and click this link. Youll need to create a corn mash with a few basic ingredients like crushed corn, malted barley, yeast, and sugar. A professional guide for amateur and micro distillers, by ian smiley. It details all the steps involved in making whiskey, from making corn mash, to fermentation, to distilling the finished spirit. The book explains exactly what to buy, how to assemble the equipment, how and why. A comprehensive homedistilling book that specifically addresses the smallscale production of whiskey. I did find something that could be translated to a 10 gal. How to make the smoothest mash recipe for moonshine. Making pure corn whiskey is an excellent guide to all aspects of making high quality whiskey at home or in a microdistillery, complete with a number of recipes.
Different types of corn to make mash will make a difference. The original moonshine whiskey can also be served on the rocks or as an ingredient in a variety of unique cocktails since its very versatile. He recommends flaked maize because you dont have to heat it past 150 degrees for any length of time. Play around with the grain ratios, but for instructional purposes, we recommend 70% corn, 15% rye, and 15% wheat. Transfer this mixture into a fermenter, then seal the container and let it sit for 710 days. Browse the amazon editors picks for the best books of 2019, featuring our favorite reads in more than a dozen categories. Single malt whiskey of the highest quality can be made from barley. To make homemade whiskey which is very similar to scottish or irish original drinks, youll have to travel a long way, but the result will be worth the effort. The book g ives a thorough treatment of the history and the methods of making whiskey, and explains how to make a highseparation fractioning still to. Gives a thorough treatment of the history and the methods of making whiskey, and explains how to make a highseparation fractionating still to distill it with. The history not only serves to remind the reader of corn whiskey, but. The 100 proof corn whiskey is mellow and flavorful, with more to the latter than just the grassy and sweet corn aspects. Price new from used from paperback, 1977 please retry.
Hudson new york corn whiskey by tuthilltown spirits. Making pure corn whiskey is the most comprehensive homedistilling book that specifically addresses the smallscale production of whiskey. How to make quick and tasty moonshine whiskey wikihow. When aged for two years it becomes bourbon whiskey. Garden fresh ear corn whiskey whisky recipes brewhaus forum.
The higher the rye content, the spicier the whiskey. American craft distiller balcones created this smoky corn whisky, fittingly named the brimstone, by smoking the whisky itself rather than the grain. Click through the follow pages to discover our pick of the top 10 whisky education books. Department of agricultures quality grade, grown commercially in huge quantities to feed. I like your sugstions and wondering if you have a recipe you would share with me. The book features over a dozen recipes that range from modern scientifically optimized processes to traditional corn. Finally, in the making corn whiskey book, the author says that spent corn on the top of the mash should be scooped out a couple of times a day because after a day or so the spent corn will fall back down and you wont be able to separate it from the good corn and replace it at. Making pure corn whiskey gives a thorough treatment of the history of making whiskey and how to make a highseparation fractionating still to distill with. Corn whiskey was the first truly american whiskey, and the precursor to bourbon. Nov 07, 2014 provided to youtube by sony music entertainment corn whiskey the limeliters our men in san francisco. The book also features over a dozen recipes that range from modern scientifically optimized processes to traditional corn squeezins and sourmash recipes. Popcorn suttons corn mash recipe from his book home. Unlike other types of whiskeys, corn whiskey does not need to be aged before you enjoy it.
Shop moonshine books at moonshine distiller toggle navigation. Three packs of light ale yeast,airate well, ferment for 5 days,makes a really good mash and will give a much better yield. Our original product, virginia lightning corn whiskey is where it all started. Making pure corn whiskey is a book that provides information on the history and methods of making whiskey. Top 10 whisky education books the spirits business. The book includes a bunch of other recipes as welltwo more for moonshine, and several each for vodka, whisky, rum, schnapps, and more. Corn whiskey american whiskey corn whiskey a spirit with a corn content of over 80% is a liquid time machine taking us back to where it all began, back in the days when poor american farmers took the cheapest raw material they had corn and turned it into whiskey.
Malt corn mash mash should never have sugar added as it tends to make the whiskey a lower grade of alchol. Special thanks to ian smiley, who wrote the heart of the book. American grain, american whisky, american white whiskey, corn whiskey, corn whiskey unaged easily one of the best corn whiskies i have ever had, and easily the one of the best white whiskies in a long time. The most comprehensive homedistilling book that specifically addresses the smallscale production of whiskey. This book was written by a science graduate with many years experience adapting commercial. Does it matter what corn you use to make your mash or will all corn taste the same and yi. Champagne yeast, corn mash, corn whiskey, recipe comments this corn whiskey recipe is a little more involved because the corn needs to be sprouted. A traditional bourbon mash combines corn, rye, and wheat, so thats what we will be using for our mash bill. The best corn whiskey drinks recipes on yummly sex in the woods, 1 corn whiskey, apple cider whiskey cocktail sign up log in my feed articles meal planner new browse yummly pro guided recipes saved recipes. See all 4 formats and editions hide other formats and editions. To create your own bourbon mash, you will need some grain. If youre looking for instructions on how to make corn whiskey moonshine, youre in the right place.
Over the course of over a decade, we intend to find our favorites and reclaim biodiversity in distilling. This is a 5 gallon wash 10 to 15 ears of corn cut off the ears or 5 little bags of sweet frozen corn. Almost 30 years ago chuck turned an old family recipe into a legal experience for all to partake. The craft of whiskey distilling free ebook whether youre looking to open up a distillery, want to make your own moonshine whiskey down in the hollar, or simply like reading up on the topic of alcoholic beverages, youre going to want to know about this awesome free ebook weve uncovered. Also, this book gives a brief history of corn whiskey and how it was the pivotal industry that sustained the early settlers who opened up the american frontier. It details every aspect of how fresh grain is transformed into whiskey, with easy and inexpensive methods of fabricating the equipment and precisely how to. I found a whiskey recipe that calls for 80% corn, 12% rye and 8% malt 6 row. Corn whiskey is an american liquor made from a mash of at least 80 percent corn and distilled to a maximum strength of 160 proof 80% alcohol by volume. Whiskey is primarily made with yellow dent field corn typically yellow dent no. Btw if youre into trying corn whiskey theres a great wealth of information in a book that we offer called making pure corn whiskey, an indepth instruction on producing allgrain whiskey.
The ultimate cocktail companion for clear spirits and. Think weve missed an essential reference book or guide. Like bourbon with corn, rye whiskey must contain at least 51% rye, and usually shares the mashbill with malted barley and other grains. This book was written by a science graduate with many years experience adapting commercial distillation processes to smallscale, inexpensive home operations. Start with making pure corn whiskey by ian smiley making fine spirits byzymurgy bob if your brand new to distilling and are looking to produce a high quality naturally flavored spirit such as whiskey, brandy or rum from a traditional pot still this is a great book to get you started. Hudson new york corn whiskey is distilled in the moonshine whiskey tradition from 100% ny grown corn, no sugar added. Aug 18, 2017 corn whiskey is a commercial product that must contain at least 80% corn, be distilled at less than 80% abv 160 proof and if woodaged, may be aged in either used or new uncharred barrels. Whiskey recipes grains, proof, and aging whiskey recipe basics.