Butter Pecan Moonshine Recipe
If you love sweet and nutty drinks, this Butter Pecan Moonshine Recipe is perfect. It is smooth, creamy and has a rich butter flavor. Making it at home is simple and fun.
Ingredients
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon pecan extract
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup water
- 2 cups high-proof moonshine or vodka
- 1/2 cup chopped pecans optional for garnish
Instructions
Melt the Butter
- Put butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Melt completely without browning it.
Add Sugars
- Add brown and granulated sugar to the butter. Stir well until mixed.
Add Water and Salt
- Pour in water and add salt. Stir constantly until sugar dissolves fully.
Simmer the Mixture
- Bring to a low boil. Let it simmer 5–7 minutes. Stir occasionally.
Remove from Heat
- Turn off the heat. Let the mixture cool for 10 minutes before adding alcohol.
Add Vanilla and Pecan Extracts
- Mix in vanilla and pecan extracts. Stir gently to combine flavors.
Add Moonshine
- Pour moonshine or vodka slowly into the mixture. Stir until smooth and creamy.
Bottle the Moonshine
- Transfer to a glass jar or bottle. Seal tightly and shake gently.
Optional: Add Pecans
- Add chopped pecans for extra flavor. Let them sit in the moonshine overnight.
Serve and Enjoy
- Serve cold or room temperature. Enjoy the nutty, buttery flavor with friends.
Notes
- Use unsalted butter for best taste.
- Adjust sweetness by adding more or less sugar.
- Let it sit for 24 hours to blend flavors.
- Shake before serving if stored for long.
- Use high-proof moonshine for stronger taste.