Moonshine

In Colorado it is NOT legal to distill alcohol for personal consumption. The act falls in a category called "Petty Offenses." Specifically, moonshining in Colorado is a Class 2 Petty Offense and it shares this category with violations such as littering, leaving a campfire unattended, water skiing without a life jacket, and riding a bus without paying a fee. If one is caught making moonshine in Colorado, they are subject to a $250 fine.

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However, it is HIGHLY illegal under FEDERAL law to operate an unlicensed distillery anywhere in the US. Federal law provides for higher fines and jail time.

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There are two alcohol distillation permit options to satisfy Federal requirements. The first is a Federal Distilled Spirits Permit. This is the permit obtained by major distillers (i.e. Jack Daniels), and are generally outside the reach of an individual.

The second type of permit is the federal fuel alcohol permit. It is intended for individuals that wish to distil alcohol as a fuel (not for drinking).

The question asked about Colorado law, but it must be understood that Federal law will apply to the states as well. Distilling alcohol for human consumption without a Federal Distilled Spirits Permit is a violation of Federal law. The term "highly illegal" has no actual meaning under the law, but one may find the law listed in 26 U.S.C. 5601 & 5602, and the penalty listed as a fine of not more than $10,000, or imprisonment for not more than 5 years, or both.

The making of moonshine originated after the American Revolution, due to an increased tax on spirits and liquors. Although the Whisky Rebellion proved to be a failed attempt, moonshine production continued, particularly in Virginia, South Carolina, North Carolina, Kentucky, and other southern states.

Yes,any Liqour made and sold without taxes being paid is illegal

people that make their own liquor avoid paying taxes on it. Personal use is fine but moonshiners are in the business to sell their product without government regulation.

You don't build it i got mine from the generations of moonshinning. and its illegal because the government doesn't get its cut in the money. But beware don't use and other meatel besides copper or you could possibelly kill the person consuming it form the rust that could form on the wire or anyothor part of the steel

As long as you don't get caught nothing illegal

It's actually not that hard as long as you know what you are doing or otherwise it gets expensive and frustrating fast. You can buy a still or still plans off eBay no troble but it isn't as fun as making your own. If you want to make your own email me at niksk3@mindspring.com. Don't be surprised if you don't get an answer right away because my email is slow.

The distillation of alchoholic beverages falls under the purview of FEDERAL law enforcement, not the individual states. You may distill alcoholic beverages only under a federal license issued by the BATF.

Homemade wine cannot be legally sold in Texas without holding a license to do so.

In most countries, simply making "moonshine" (distilled spirits produced without a license from the government) is in itself illegal. I honestly don't know if giving it away is a separate crime or not; I do know that you're allowed to produce and give away fermented but not distilled alcoholic beverages (i.e. beer and wine), but not to sell them.

Moonshine is illegally made alcohol. During part of the 20s alcohol was illegal because of prohibition, but people still wanted to drink. Therefore they drank moonshine.

Well, it isn't very high actually. Most recipes call for about 1 gallon of cider, 1 gallon of juice and a liter of 'shine, also lots of sugar and cinnamon. starting out moonshine is 150-190 proof usually. Just going off the dilution of alcohol to the cider/juice mix, Id say it wouldn't be anymore than 20-25 proof (about 10-12.5% ABV). So really, it's like drinking a wine cooler.

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well i watched a program once on t.v that was about moonshine. its called moonshine because people who made it made it at night under the moon shine, funny that ain't it. any way, don jolly was on it, you know him, hes the guy with the big phone and goes " HELLOOOOOOO". he sniffed it and he was dizzy. the hillbilly that made it told him that the percentage varies from 89% to 96%. there you go.

A study of moonshine or illegal distilled spirits produced at 48 different stills found that 43 of the 48 samples had lead levels ranging from five to 599 parts per billion (ppb). Over half the samples contained lead levels exceeding federal water guidelines of 15 ppb. For regular moonshine consumers, that poses a risk of lead poisoning, but even occasional consumption carries some risk. Lead serves no function in the body but lead poisoning can cause memory loss, brain swelling, paralysis, and even

death. About 80% of all adult lead poisoning deaths are related to moonshine consumption. The study was conducted by Dr. Christopher Holstege, Director of the Division of Medical Toxicology of Virginia Health System. Hundreds of thousands of gallons of moonshine are produced annually in the U.S. The illegal production is highly profitable and continues because of the heavy taxation of legally-produced distilled spirits. Taxes constitute well over half the price of a typical bottle of spirits.

**NOTE** While the above research is no doubt true, the lead poisoning comes from the still rather than the moonshine. To save money and time, some moonshiners solder their stills with and build them using lead, which alcohol can eat away at which is why it comes out in the finished product. If a still is built correctly (such as with copper or stainless steel and strictly food-grade materials), there is virtually no risk of lead poisoning. Instead of soldering, use an old quick fix to make the still air tight. Mix flour and water until it forms a paste then apply it to any loose joints. As the still heats up, the flour and water will harden, which can then be easily chipped off after distillation is complete.

Data on moonshine deaths is hard to record, but more often than not, the dangers associated with moonshine are due to carelessness whether it be using lead or simply drinking too much. And I'm sure in some instances, the dangers of moonshine are exaggerated because of its taboo in most parts of American society. If you are responsible and do your research before you jump right into making moonshine, you should have nothing to worry about.

You can buy Junior Johnson's Moonshine at select liquor stores, especially those that specialize in craft spirits and regional products. It's also available online through various retailers that ship alcohol, depending on state laws. Additionally, some distilleries offer direct purchases through their websites or tasting rooms. Always check local regulations and availability before making a purchase.

Yes, you can make moonshine outside in the winter time.

How many times the moonshine has been run through the still.

Tennessee, but you must acquire a permit to do so.

Moonshine, by it's very nature is illegal to make. If you are licensed to distill spirits then you legally make distilled spirits not moonshine. Moon shine got it's name from the illegal stills being operated by the shine of the moon, in the dark of night.

Some distilled spirits similar in manufacture to moonshine are vodkas, tequilas, and Everclear* distilled spirits, which are all proofed and bottled immediately after being distilled. Licensed distilleries pay a tax for each bottle of spirits distilled, moonshiners do not pay the tax, are not licensed and operate outside established legal jurisdictions. Anything that is taxed and licensed therefore is not moonshine.

In Louisiana, it is illegal to produce moonshine or any distilled spirits without a proper permit, even for personal use. While some states allow limited home distillation, Louisiana does not permit any amount of homemade distilled spirits. Violating these laws can result in significant fines and legal consequences. If you're interested in distilling, it's best to look into obtaining the necessary permits or exploring legal alternatives.

you need corn meal sugar highly active yeast and distilled water a 5 gal bucket with a air tight lid and a air lock.... you add 32 oz of corn meal in the bucket 2lbs of sugar now you need to heat up about 1 gal of your distlled water a lil bit more then room temp then add the water now add one packet of your yeast and stir it untill your sugar disolves now add the other gal of distilled water you have to you use distilled water tap water will kill your yeast now put on your air tight lid withe the air lock and store at room temp for 6 days if you do not have a air lock you can make one just you a rubber hose put it in the lid of the bucket make sure it is only like 3 inches into the bucket you dont want it to go into your mash then run the other end of it into a glass of water

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Moonshine has been made in the Appalachia for quite some time. It was made most abundantly during prohibition In the 1920's but mountaineers made it as early as the mid 1800's

its allready cooked to release the sugar ,,just add yeast ,water,yeast likes to be warm...

put 4"-5" of sweet feed into a 5 gallon bucket and add 5lbs white sugar. pour the bucket haf full of boiling water and stir until the sugar is desolved. let stand 90 minutes. fill the bucket the rest of the way with cool water to bring your temp down to around 87 degrees, and throw in your yeast. mix well.

drill a small hole in a 5 gallon bucket lid. place lid on top of bucket and them insert a piece of vinyl tubing into the hole,and stick the free end into a glass of water. put in a warm place ( around 70 to 77 degrees in optimal) and let it ferment until you no longer see bubbles (escaping carbon dioxide from the yeast) rising in the glass of water. run your mash thru your still. remeber to throw away the first 50ml of shine as it usually contains the stuff you DONT want (fusel oils,methanol,ect). one bucket generally makes between 2 and 3 quarts of top notch 140-150 proof liquor.