The Super Simple Beginner Corn Mash Recipe

[@smilingscottsman]

Wow, no comments on this video? I've been brewing beer, wine, and cider for years and I've thought about making moonshine but never tried it. I used to know a guy in his 80's who'd been carrying sugar since he was 10. He made the best Georgia White I've ever drank. He died just a few years ago. Miss him terribly. Thanks so much for posting this video.

[@StillnTheClear]

Sorry to here that brother.

[@darrengodfrey1614]

@@StillnTheClear always wanted to try Popcorn suttons shine!.

[@d28picker]

Very similar to our old recipe in the North Carolina mountains years ago with my dad and his dad. We didn't fully gel the grains either, but there's still quite a bit of starch released. In a 7lb grain to 10gals water mix, used a 70-25-5 mix of corn rye and malted barley, the malt to convert the starches that were released that need converting, plus usually about 6 pounds of sugar as grand dad said too much sugar makes it too damn hot! Ha! This was a very popular drink back then and we made a bunch of it in grand dads old spring house (endless supply of ice cold water!). Some of the best memories of my life!! So glad to see this art revived and gaining ground again. Thanks for your part in it! Be safe!

[@StillnTheClear]

Thanks.

[@RobertBolick-p3y]

Looking forward to trying this since I just now bought my first moonshine stile. Thank you

[@richcaseaxon]

Hi Cyrus, been watching your videos for a while. Just had a road trip and listened to all your podcasts at one time and can't believe how awesome they are. Thanks for the videos and podcasts, super helpful. Cheers.

[@StillnTheClear]

Oh man, I'm so glad you're finding my stuff helpful. Thank you for the comment, it made my day.

[@patrickh6579]

I used all feed corn so I’m gonna add a little amylase to my next batch to help break down the enzymes. This looks like my buddy’s recipe and his tastes great. Thanks for sharing.

[@jasona.shaffer6348]

I can't wait for my kit to come! I appreciate the knowledge you are passing on. Truly appreciated by this PA hillbilly.

[@StillnTheClear]

Thanks Jason, and you should only need nutrients if you exceed 1.5 lbs of sugar per gallon of water

[@J155P]

Cool .. interested in seeing the 2nd part!

[@StillnTheClear]

Coming soon!

[@charlieflager5680]

I've got those ingredients out in the barn, don't even need to go to the feed store. Thanks

[@StillnTheClear]

Awesome! You're ready to roll.

[@Quansem]

Thumbs up for the channel name alone! Thanks for the info :)

[@allflows]

Great video! Thank you. I’m very new to distilling and I’ve just made this. Is there a part two where you distill this recipe?

[@StillnTheClear]

Coming soon!

[@benwhite9643]

Podcast is great. Glad I found you on here

[@StillnTheClear]

Glad you enjoy it! Thanks for listening.

[@Christerveen]

Thank you for the upload! We are going to try your recipe. Greetings from the Netherlands!

[@StillnTheClear]

Wonderful.

[@MartinMertens-yq2rf]

Good Day, I did my first mash and distilling run with this kit. I had a lot of fun exploring distilling as a hobby. There were several mistakes but I am definitely on the learning curve. So the second kit arrived today. My question is about making a sour mash. I threw out the solids after the wash was in the still. I think I heard you mention using the kit to mash in a second time. Can this kit be used more than once? If so what does that look? How many times? I appreciate the step by step learning you have set up for beginners.

[@Grandpa_RLP]

I bought the kit and have a 15 gallon barrel but also have buckets. Does it matter which one I use? If I use the 15 gallon barrel do I put 10 gallons total of water or do I fill up to 10 gallons with grains included? Thanks, can't wait to make my first mash.

[@mattdematteo3902]

the wild yeast gives your shine a better flavor i always just put a burlap over the top of my barrels to ferment

[@StillnTheClear]

I agree.

[@Ejshook83]

Keep it up my man, Super interesting and informative!

[@StillnTheClear]

Thanks brother.

[@GO0DWOLF]

If you have one available, instead of standing and stirring for 45 minutes, I've seen people use drills with drywall mixers on them. Keeps everything nice and mobile. Great video though.

[@StillnTheClear]

That's really a great idea. I will be trying that one for sure. Thanks for the comment.

[@jasondurden7384]

I’m just here for a friend😏🤘😎also, if you have a Firehouse Subs nearby you can buy the food grade pickle 5 gallon buckets with lid for $3 and they donate the money to local firehouses in the area!!

[@StillnTheClear]

I didn't know that. Thanks

[@iamno1864]

Wort chiller for sure..I made mine by wrapping soft copper tubing around a paint can..then adding the hose fittings..also I would suggest using a blow off tube instead of an airlock..I’ve had a few ferments that were very aggressive and made a mess….on the ceiling..lmao

[@tysevere2822]

Thank you for the clear concise instruction. You earned a new subscriber today. I did want to ask if I could use a presses corn that they sell at my local Co op?

[@StillnTheClear]

Thanks for the info.

[@chestercopperpot8466]

Going to try this recipe soon. I can’t find any sweet feed will I be safe to just use just cracked corn in place of the sweet feed

[@StillnTheClear]

Yes you can!

[@mrglasecki]

Fyi, all stock sweet feed has pellets, the product your calling all-stock is actually Called "All-Grain" at a actual feed store

[@StillnTheClear]

Thanks for the info.

[@ellensedge1898]

Looks Good!

[@jimfryar1]

Can you convert some of the starches in the grains to into fermentable sugars, to further enhance the flavors of the mash?

[@pressleyjrgasque493]

I want to try your mash kit.

[@TheSleepingonit]

Thank you much for the upload

[@StillnTheClear]

Our pleasure!

[@BernWag]

Why wouldn't you convert the starch? I've never done this, just curious

[@charliedunn77]

Awesome!! Thank you

[@StillnTheClear]

You're welcome!

[@jasonhubbard4192]

Thank I messed mine up

[@derekjohnson8920]

How long do you let the buckets set to ferment

[@Colt-tf6xf]

Can you start out with a good used big block car to deliver the moonshine?

[@StillnTheClear]

😂

[@landofthelostzRo]

So awesome, thanks bud!

[@StillnTheClear]

Glad you liked it!

[@69dtspaz]

Thanks for the video!

[@StillnTheClear]

You're welcome!

[@DonaldLovett-m7q]

How do you know when to stop so you dont expose the heating element

[@LWYOffGridHomestead]

Thanks for the recipe

[@StillnTheClear]

You're quite welcome. Enjoy.

[@CrunchEnhancer]

Awesome video thank you very much

[@StillnTheClear]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@lifeofzayna]

Can you make apple or peach moonshine with this recipe??

[@StillnTheClear]

Absolutely! My wife does it all the time.

[@guysolis5843]

Interesting video, brother. I am curious of the night time ambient temperature during your video..how does the end product taste? I'll be checking in and subbing....right now!

[@StillnTheClear]

Night time times at this time were about 70f. The end product is in my opinion the best tasting sugar wash recipe out there.

[@be-you-tifulwithcheridan8231]

Love your videos!

[@StillnTheClear]

Thank you so much.

[@daviesdan18]

Great video lots of helpful information. How long do you let it sit before you run it?

[@StillnTheClear]

It will depend on the temps, but typically it will finish in 7 to 10 days.

[@richardcoates755]

Verry simmer to ujssm. Im trying to step my game up to all grain mashing but still always have a ujssm going

[@StillnTheClear]

Well, I also have a video for the easiest all grain mash.

[@richardcoates755]

@@StillnTheClear ill have to have a look

[@wayneblair288]

Nice. I make wine. I want too make some shin. I would like to make some of my Grandads Beer

[@StillnTheClear]

You should absolutely go for it.

[@lwilliams1446]

What size still is this for?

[@belfrysport-shop4802]

at what temperature did you add the Yeast?

[@StillnTheClear]

About 90F

[@gordo66061]

CAN you add fruit to the mash or is their kits to make it with fruits

[@StillnTheClear]

Yes you can add fruit. The thing about this hobby is you can try whatever you want. There are hundreds of recipes out there to try. We will be doing many more recipe videos in the near future. Thanks for the comment.

[@howyadoinmountainbiking8827]

Could I just mix it in one 10 gallon bucket ??

[@StillnTheClear]

Except it won't all fit, unless you shorten the water. maybe just use 8 gallons of water. The recipe will still work fine. In fact, the ABV will be a little higher.

[@jadeholland5471]

Great video! Thanks! How do you know when it’s ready?

[@StillnTheClear]

If you're not using a triple scale you just wait until the bubbles stop.

[@jadeholland5471]

@@StillnTheClear Thank you for all your help!

[@richmoore942]

When did Sugar go in at one point after the 45 minutes or during

[@aaronbean9082]

Is the sweet feed that you are using the 14% or 16%

[@StillnTheClear]

Neither. It has no pellets.

[@datilman9146]

How water did you start with?

[@TheBuddyShowWorldwide]

Thanks!

[@StillnTheClear]

You're welcome

[@timjohnson6457]

Do you think it's beneficial to ferment on the grain as opposed to off?

[@StillnTheClear]

I think like most other things in home distilling, it depends on what you're making and what equipment you're using. Fermenting on the grain is pretty easy if you have a mash tun or fermenter that makes it easy to drain of the wash after the ferment is complete. Some recipes are very thick and hard to separate wash from grain. If you are sparging then you should ferment off the grain. It all depends on your circumstance.

[@dirigoelectric]

When do you put in the yeast? You didn’t say, but I assume with the grain?

[@StillnTheClear]

Sorry, The yeast goes into the 5 gallon buckets when the temp of the wash drops to 90 f and not before.

[@yatteyattahpottery]

what is in the kit please so i can buy it in australia

[@StillnTheClear]

It is 6 lbs cracked corn or corn chop and 3 lbs of all grain sweet feed NO NO PELLETS

[@nathanreeves1173]

How long do you let it ferment before it goes through the still? Forgive me I’m new.

[@StillnTheClear]

No worries, the beginners are why I'm doing this. The time it takes for the ferment to finish will vary mainly depending on the temperature of the ferment, but 7 to 10 days is typical.

[@scottcarroll9157]

Can I add 6 row malted barley in lieu of all grain sweet feed stock. I cannot find it in my area.

[@dthemetalleprechaun7970]

whats the sweet feed consist of?

[@aantaug]

Did you allow the water to boil at any time?

[@StillnTheClear]

No need. It doesn't have to get that hot.

[@werdnawins]

How much moonshine will you get after distilling a 10 gallon mash? New to it all . Can't imagine you get 10 gallons of moshine after boiling it. How many gallons do you think you end up with

[@StillnTheClear]

There are a number of factors that will determine final yield, but the ballpark will be around 15%of mash volume.

[@hottub2609]

Could you stir that with a drill and and a stainless paint stirrer?

[@StillnTheClear]

Yes, sounds like a good Idea to me.

[@kingedward3126]

does this recipe have to be distilled after this

[@StillnTheClear]

Technically no.

[@kingedward3126]

@@StillnTheClear ok should I get an alcohol tester

[@berniebradford1058]

Where is the second part of this? What is the process for running the wash?

[@StillnTheClear]

Distillation video coming soon!

[@CrunchEnhancer]

if you had to shoot out a number, how much will that batch make?

[@StillnTheClear]

About 1.5 gallon at 110 proof

[@sydklooster1468]

When are you going to video for the corn mash running it through the still

[@StillnTheClear]

That video is just around the corner.

[@mrmedeval4]

What’s the reason behind not being able to use the pellet feed

[@StillnTheClear]

I don't know for sure, but ever time I've tried them I get some off flavors.

[@survival6614]

Is the cracked corn Corn Grits?

[@StillnTheClear]

No

[@justinsheko9971]

How long dose shipping take?

[@StillnTheClear]

7 to 10 days typically.

[@corbetnichols4851]

Is there a part 2, what do you do next?

[@StillnTheClear]

Part 2 coming soon

[@Windsong_STC]

👍

[@dkeith45]

Corn mash, sigh. Then I see the sugar come out. I make my own wine, and that much sugar for 10 gallons of water makes me wonder what the corn is even for? To act as yeast nutrient? Sure would be nice someday for corn whiskey to see a video where ZERO sugar is used. Only one like that I've seen was a vid by Irish TV on how they used to make whiskey in the old, old days. They'd take a 50 lb sack of barley (in a cloth sack), soak it in a bog for three days, which would start it sprouting, then spread it out till it's all sprouted, then bake it, etc.... to stop the germination process (malting). No sugar or other sweeteners was used. BTW, I use returnable 5 gallon drinking water bottles for my fermenters. Trick is, only fill them to the top of the straight sides. That leaves enough room if the wort foams up. Once the foam settles down after a few days, add in the rest of the water, juice etc.

[@ludovicandcathycooper7794]

Hello from Concord arkansas

[@StillnTheClear]

Hello right back at ya.

[@manchannel6900]

Whats in the sweet feed?

[@brentfrank7012]

Where is part two of this video?

[@StillnTheClear]

Part 2 coming very soon. Thanks

[@joshlifts117]

so is it supposed to be that color i thought it was clear

[@StillnTheClear]

Different recipes will have different colors before they go into the still. They will all be clear once they're distilled.

[@jhouston251]

What was your S.G. on this? Don't seem like it would be more than about a 1.050

[@StillnTheClear]

Doing this recipe will typically give you an SG of 1040

[@barrysinclair7023]

What type of still are you using

[@StillnTheClear]

In this video I'm running the 8 gallon 2" Dual Pro from Mile Hi Distilling.

[@thomaswilliams8167]

What about fruit flavored shine a little sweetness. For the ladies,lol

[@StillnTheClear]

We will certainly be doing some flavored shine videos. Thanks for the comment.

[@kenmifsud8008]

Dont see the point of the grain if u don't convert the starch to sugar how are u transferring the corn flavor

[@StillnTheClear]

The corn flavor is steeped into the water. Then transfers over because the distillate is part water.

[@Subgunman]

No amalayse enzyme?

[@StillnTheClear]

None needed for this recipe. This is a sugar wash. the corn is for flavor not starch conversion.

[@joeybell2371]

10:03 wait thats it u let them sit over night and u have that whiskey

[@StillnTheClear]

No. It sat overnight and some wild yeast got into it and started the ferment.

[@patrickreedy1754]

The hair of the dog that bites you.

[@carlthornton8706]

Great!... 130 🐄🦉🏴‍☠✝

[@jamesobanion5559]

Good girl

[@StillnTheClear]

IKR.

[@mme9180]

If your adding sugar why add corn or anything ur making a sugar mash anyways not gona get anymore alcohol just wasting money ?

[@StillnTheClear]

This recipe is just steeping flavor from the corn. Starches are not being converted with this recipe

[@ant7699]

Please send a free kit to me in the uk

[@StillnTheClear]

Uh.... Nope.

[@nocomp8537]

No comments 👀

[@davidlouiso9650]

Seems to me you would get more interest if you did not “make” people sign up to be on another e-mail list.

[@StillnTheClear]

Signing up to the mailing list is optional.

[@papichapo4939]

Fool proof eh? Not to a sufficient fool like myself.

[@StillnTheClear]

Ah, come on. You an do it.

[@johnniewright6366]

That's not moonshine, that's corn flavored sugar liquor. It would be better to use malted corn, or malted barley and do a REAL mash. It's not that hard.

[@StillnTheClear]

Technically, It's called a sugar wash. By definition, it is "Real" moonshine. This channel is geared for the beginner and it is much better for someone getting into this hobby to start with a sugar wash. for a number of reasons, starting with an all[grain mash is hareder for the beginner. Thanks for your comment though.

[@jimyost2585]

Corn whiskey is for people who like country music, both of which are low on the excellence scale.

[@StillnTheClear]

😂That's funny

[@dixieboy5689]

Good grief. This was awful.. Bad. He convinced me to give up on doing this. I dont want to frig around like this fool. Ill get a jug at th e store. Thanks.

[@StillnTheClear]

It's not for everyone.

[@crowdus1]

How long does it need to ferment?

[@StillnTheClear]

7 to 10 days

[@mikerichards6311]

👍

[@WKFORGE]

what kind of sweet feed is it

[@StillnTheClear]

It's an all grain from the local Coop Feed.