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. Aug 06, 2017 sometimes the best way to taste the grains in a whiskey is not one that spotlights a single variety, but is instead a blend. A professional guide for amateur and micro distillers smiley. Treatment and fermentation of molasses when making rumtype spirits. 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. As a thank youre heres a bonus pdf download for your reading pleasure. Craft of whiskey distilling pdf free download epdf. Aug 06, 2019 stir the boiling water and the mashed corn together.
The yeast starter will ensure that the yeast is good and active. For example, mix 1 cup 240 ml of corn whiskey with 14 cup 60 ml water. The craft of whiskey distilling free ebook clawhammer supply. Making pure corn whiskey 2nd edition by ian smiley. Pour 1 tablespoon 14 g of active dry bread yeast into a glass of warm water. Making pure corn whiskey a professional guide for amateur. This process takes several hours on its own, but can be sped up significantly with the use of an immersion cooler. Making pure corn whiskey gives a thorough treatment of the history and the methods of making whiskey, and explains how to make a highseparation fractionating still to distil it with. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. He recommends flaked maize because you dont have to heat it past 150 degrees for any length of time.
Jun 16, 2015 basic moonshine mash recipe moonshine is distilled from the fermented sugar of a malt grains like oats, cornmeal, or wheat. In order to enjoy a glass of whiskey you need to cut it with. The spiciness of the rye plays off the sweetness of the corn, the mellowness of the barley and the cereal texture of the. This is a 5 gallon wash 10 to 15 ears of corn cut off the ears or 5 little bags of sweet frozen corn. Aug 29, 2016 1967 shelby gt500 barn find and appraisal that buyer uses to pay widow price revealed duration. The book explains exactly what to buy, how to assemble the equipment, how and why. Corn whiskey is an american liquor made from a mash of at least 80 percent corn and distilled. Wheat replaced maize as the main cereal raw material for scotch. How to make whiskey step by step distillation how to. You can make the yeast starter while the mash is sitting. How to make quick and tasty moonshine whiskey wikihow. It is not just a book with clear instrucions on how to build stills which i am less fond of, since i am not much of a builder, gives detailed information on making a corn wash even though we cannot get really tasty sweet corn over here, and goes into fractionating a whiskey.
Watering whiskey down the right way the whiskey wash. If youd like to begin drinking your corn whiskey, dilute it first to make it smoother to drink. This process is also used to make real rum, brandy, and schnapps in countries where it is legal additional information. A professional guide for amateur and micro distillers at. A professional guide for amateur and micro distillers autor. A strong alcohol, the recipe for moonshine is very basic, which is why it has been popular throughout the years as. Making pure corn whiskey in making pure corn whiskey, smileys primary focus is mashing, fermenting, distilling, making the cuts, diluting, and aging corn whiskey in a detuned reflux still. The history not only serves to remind the reader of corn whiskey, but of the rich culture, strong principles, and self. Jan 24, 2012 aging makes the whiskey smoother and adds an oak flavor to the final product. In the process, he explains reflux distillation principles, potstills, whiskey stills, grain malting, as well as wheat, rye, barley, and millet spirits. The first proofing ensures that the young whiskey is below the legal threshold for barrel entry strength. Step by step corn whiskey moonshine recipe with pictures. How to make moonshine a distillers guide brew corn bourbon grain selection and mixture mash bill whisky com com corn whiskey ing kit and recipe how to make moonshine part 1 the mash clawhammer supply.
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. Jul 01, 2015 making rye whiskey at new york distilling co. Whiskey recipe easy mash corn whiskey base moonshine. The whiskey should go into the barrel somewhere between 58%70% abv. Corn whiskey is the whiskey produced by mashing corn i. 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. If you like it, make sure to check out our other articles on making moonshine. It gives detailed instructions on how to distill one barrel 53 gallons of 120proof malt whiskey.
Malt corn mash mash should never have sugar added as it tends to make the whiskey a lower grade of alchol. This process is also used to make real rum, brandy, and schnapps in countries where it is legal. Gives a thorough treatment of the history and the methods of making whiskey, and explains how to make a. 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. Start with a small amount, so you can find the ratio you like.
Basic moonshine mash recipe moonshine is distilled from the fermented sugar of a malt grains like oats, cornmeal, or wheat. 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. A professional guide for amateur and micro distillers ian smiley on. Cut the rind off of melon, cut melon into oneinch cubes, remove loose seeds, and put melon and any free juice in primary crock, plastic pail, etc. Garden fresh ear corn whiskey whisky recipes brewhaus forum. Making pure corn whiskey by ian smiley contains everything you would ever want to know about the smallscale production of whiskey. 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.
Laws, for example, went the fourgrain route in a bourbon blend. Making pure corn whiskey is the most comprehensive homedistilling book that specifically addresses the smallscale production of whiskey. A professional guide for amateur and micro distillers 2 by smiley, ian isbn. This manual is intended for the craft whiskey distiller who aims to make excellentquality malt whiskey through artisan distillation methods. 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. 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. This is a fresh corn likker that you can make with frozen corn from the supermarket or the corn from your garden. Stir in 1 teaspoon of sugar until the yeast and sugar are dissolved in the water. Following is a detailed corn whiskey moonshine recipe, illustrated with pictures. Check temperature and stir for 30 seconds every 20 minutes until the mixture has cooled to 70 f. Bourbon whiskey must not enter the barrel at more than 62. A professional guide for amateur and micro distillers. 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. When the water has reached the desired temperature, add seven pounds of rye grain, two pounds of barley.
It details all the steps involved in making whiskey, from making corn mash, to fermentation, to distilling the finished spirit. A strong alcohol, the recipe for moonshine is very basic, which is why it has been popular throughout the years as something that can be made by amateur and professional distillers alike. Making pure corn whiskey gives a detailed history and the ways of producing whiskey with guidelines on how to produce a highseparation fractionating still that you will use to distill. If youre looking for instructions on how to make corn whiskey moonshine, youre in the right place. This manual describes, at the craft level, the process of making whiskey.
Making pure corn whiskey is the most comprehensive homedistiling book that specifically addresses the smallscale production of whiskey. A professional guide for amateur and microdistillers. Jun 24, 2016 by law, american whiskey must enter the barrel at or below 125 proof, but it can be distilled to 160 proof. Get your kindle here, or download a free kindle reading app. Setting standards for producing modern distilled spirits.
Making pure corn whiskey moonshine books moonshine. This book was written by a science graduate with many years experience adapting commercial. Pdf a comprehensive homedistilling book that specifically addresses the smallscale production of whiskey. This content was uploaded by our users and we assume good faith they have the permission to share this book. A few large whiskey producers make unaged corn whiskeys but most corn whiskeys. Making pure corn whiskey kelley b artskelley b arts.
Making pure corn whiskey second edition an amphora society publication, new zealand a professional guide for amateur and micro distillers. Pdf production of grain whisky and ethanol from wheat, maize. The most comprehensive homedistilling book that specifically addresses the smallscale production. A professional guide for amateur and micro distillers ian smiley 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. 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 operate it. 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. Grate the yellow thinly off ten lemons, then juice the lemons and add the juice and zest gratings to primary.
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