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Pumpkin Cranberry Moonshine

Fall is here, and what is better way to kick it off with some good old fashioned moonshine? LOL

This pumpkin cranberry moonshine is festive for fall and stores well in a mason jar.

Need a quick warm up during these chilly fall nights? Try our delicious Pumpkin Cranberry Moonshine. This delicious homemade moonshine is great served either hot or cold!

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This pumpkin cranberry moonshine is a fun twist on a classic.

Pumpkin Cranberry Moonshine

This pumpkin cranberry moonshine is a great way to kick off the fall season! 

  • 4 cups apple cider
  • 1 oz can pumpkin puree
  • 1/2 cup dark brown sugar packed
  • 1 tsp. cinnamon
  • 1 tsp. ground ginger
  • 1/2 tsp. ground nutmeg
  • 1/2 tsp. ground cloves
  • 1 cup of dried cranberries
  • 4 cups Everclear (1 cup per mason jar)
  • 1 cup whipped cream vodka (1/4 cup per mason jar)

  1. In a large crock pot, combine all of the ingredients, EXCEPT the Everclear and vodka.

  2. Set the crockpot on high.
  3. Cook for 4 hours.
  4. Turn off the crockpot and let it cool completely.
  5. Add the grain alcohol and vodka to the mixture.
  6. Line a funnel with several layers of cheesecloth.
  7. Pour the moonshine through the funnel into clean mason jars, leaving a 1/2 inch head.
  8. Filter out any remaining pumpkin or cranberry bits.
  9. Place lids on jars and allow to sit in refrigerator for 1 month before enjoying.
  10. ENJOY!!

The moonshine must rest for about one month before drinking.