Creamy Caramel Moonshine Recipe
This smooth and sweet Caramel Moonshine blends rich caramel and vodka into a creamy, delicious concoction that’s the perfect way to warm up on a cool Fall night!
Caramel Moonshine
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Get ready to cozy up on a crisp Fall evening with this incredibly smooth and sweet Caramel Moonshine! This 2-ingredient homemade concoction is a rich and creamy blend of caramel and vodka. Whether you prefer to sip it slowly on its own or mix it with a splash of cola for a delicious, dessert-like cocktail, this easy-to-make “moonshine” is sure to become your new favorite autumn indulgence!
You’ve probably seen commercials for flavored “moonshine” on television or seen them in stores. They’re super tasty and super popular right now!
Did you know it’s surprisingly easy to make your own homemade moonshine? It’s cheaper too!
Technically, this is not true “moonshine” because you’re not distilling your own alcohol (that could get you into trouble!) These days when you see something labeled moonshine, it’s usually an infused liquor.
Infused moonshine recipes are so much fun for parties and holidays, because you can incorporate just about any flavor. This Caramel Moonshine recipe is the perfect Fall treat (for grown-ups!)
Ingredients
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- 4 small mason jars with lids (8-10oz)
- 60 caramel squares (15 for each jar)
- 4 cups vodka or Everclear (1 cup per jar)
Instructions
- Unwrap caramel candies and place 15 in the bottom of each jar. Fill your jar with vodka until you have about 1/2 inch left to the top.
- Shake for 1-2 minutes and store in a cool place for about a week.
- When it’s time to open your jars, strain the liquor through a cheesecloth or fine strainer into a large pitcher. Discard any remaining pieces of candy.
- Pour your caramel moonshine back into the mason jars, seal, and store in refrigerator until you’re ready to serve.
Prep Tips
- You can infuse your moonshine recipe for up to 2 weeks for more potent caramel flavor. Steeping for longer than 2 weeks is not necessary and could result in a bitter taste. I found these hints for infusing alcohol to be helpful.
- Try mixing 2 ounces of your homemade caramel moonshine with cola and serving over ice for a creamy and delicious cocktail.
More Caramel Recipes to Try
- 2-Ingredient Caramel Fudge
- Caramel Apple S’mores Cups
- Swirled Caramel Apple Fudge
- Caramel Apple Jello Shots
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Homemade Caramel Moonshine Recipe
Ingredients
- 4 small mason jars with lids 8-10oz
- 60 caramel squares 15 for each jar
- 4 cups vodka* 1 cup per jar
Instructions
- Unwrap caramel candies and place 15 in the bottom of each jar. Fill your jar with vodka until you have about 1/2 inch left to the top.
- Shake for 1-2 minutes and store in a cool place for about a week.
- When it’s time to open your jars, strain the liquor through a cheesecloth or fine strainer into a large pitcher. Discard any remaining pieces of candy.
- Pour your caramel moonshine back into the mason jars, seal, and store in refrigerator until you’re ready to serve.
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Anyone try making it with Carmel topping instead if wrapped carmels?
Thanks
Have a tub of caramel that you heat up for caramel apples. Will try that. Should be the same and not have to strain for excess candy.
Could this be served as a warm drink?
Did you use soft or hard carmels?
Soft caramels
How long is the shelf life on this drink
It can last for a few months if you have it in a cool place. If it ever looks or smells “off” then toss it and make a new batch.
I have not made it (yet!) but it looks and sounds yummy! Can it be made with sugar-free caramel’s or does a regular versus sugar-free make that much of a difference?
I haven’t tried sugar free, so can’t say for sure. If you do try, let me know how it turns out!
I’m much more of an American whiskey drinker. Any chance that this would work with whiskey?
I haven’t tried it, but I bet it would work! Maybe try it with a cheaper brand to test it out!
I love salted caramel moonshine. Could I add salt to this?
I think it would work best if you used salted caramels!
I used Everclear for this recipe. It’s been sitting for about 4 days and still doesn’t look “creamy”. The caramels are still in the bottom, but have turned to a light tan color. I’ve been shaking it 2-3 times a day to help with the infusion, but it’s still dirty water looking.
What am I doing wrong?
It could potentially be an issue with the caramels themselves, if they are old or too hard and not dissolving.
Just making the Carmel moonshine now but Is it normal for the carmels to solidify at bottom of jar?
Yes, that’s normal. You can give he jar a shake every day to help break them down. There could still be a little bit of candy left at the end of the steeping time, so you can just strain that out.