Hawaiian Okolehao Moonshine Recipe

Time5h

Serves20

Make Hawaiian Okolehao Moonshine Recipe in just 5h . Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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1
Prepare the Sugar Water
In a large stockpot, combine the pure cane sugar and water. Heat over medium heat, stirring until the sugar is fully dissolved. Allow to cool to room temperature.
2
Prepare the Pineapple Mash
In a separate large bowl, mash the chopped fresh pineapples until they are well crushed, releasing their juices.
3
Combine Ingredients
Once the sugar water is cool, combine it with the mashed pineapples in a fermentation vessel. Stir well to mix.
4
Add Yeast
Sprinkle the yeast over the mixture and stir gently to combine. Cover the fermentation vessel with a clean cloth and allow it to sit in a warm, dark place for 5-7 days.

5
Monitor Fermentation
Check the mixture daily for activity. You should see bubbles forming and a frothy layer developing on top. This indicates that fermentation is occurring.
6
Add Flavorings
After 5-7 days, add the grated ginger, cinnamon sticks, cloves, and vanilla extract to the mixture. Stir thoroughly.

7
Prepare for Distillation
Once fermentation is complete (no bubbles for 2 days), strain the liquid through a fine mesh strainer or cheesecloth into a clean distillation container.
8
Filter the Moonshine
Add activated charcoal to the strained liquid. Allow it to sit for 24 hours to filter out impurities.
9
Distill the Moonshine
Using a distillation apparatus, distill the filtered liquid according to your equipment's instructions to produce the moonshine. Collect the distillate in a clean container.

10
Bottle the Moonshine
Once distilled, allow the moonshine to cool. Transfer it into sterilized bottles and seal tightly. Optionally, let it age for a few weeks for better flavor.