{"id":10409,"date":"2023-08-03T17:42:21","date_gmt":"2023-08-03T16:42:21","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/thewhiskylady.net\/?p=10409"},"modified":"2023-08-03T17:42:21","modified_gmt":"2023-08-03T16:42:21","slug":"what-is-moonshine-whiskey-a-guide-to-the-illicit-spirit","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/thewhiskylady.net\/what-is-moonshine-whiskey-a-guide-to-the-illicit-spirit\/","title":{"rendered":"What is Moonshine Whiskey: A Guide to the Illicit Spirit"},"content":{"rendered":"

Moonshine whiskey is a term that has been around for centuries, and yet many people are still unsure of what it actually means. In short, moonshine whiskey is a type of whiskey that is produced illegally, often in rural areas where the production of alcohol is not closely monitored by the government. The term “moonshine” is believed to have originated in the United States during the Prohibition era, when people would produce and distribute illegal alcohol under the cover of darkness to avoid detection.<\/a><\/p>\n

The process of making moonshine whiskey typically involves fermenting a mixture of grains, fruits, or sugar to create a high-proof alcohol. This alcohol is then distilled to remove impurities and increase its alcohol content. Unlike commercial whiskeys, which are aged in oak barrels to give them a distinct flavor and color, moonshine whiskey is typically clear and unaged. This is because the production of moonshine is often done quickly and without the same level of care and attention as commercial distilleries.<\/p>\n

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