Moonshine Mash Vibe: Cornmeal Mash
A rustic cornmeal-based mash to kick off moonshine prep with warm, comforting notes.
- Prep Time: 15 min
- Cook Time: 1 min
Servings:
2 servings
(originally 4 servings)Ingredients(scaled)
- 1 cups cornmeal (yellow or white)
- 2 cups water
- ½ 1/2 cup malted barley flour (or malt extract)
- ½ 1/4 cup sugar
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ 1/2 cup corn kernels (optional for texture)
- ½ 1/2 cup mashed potato flakes (optional for body)
Instructions
- In a large pot, bring 2 cups water to a boil.
- Stir in cornmeal gradually, reduce heat to low, and simmer 15 minutes, stirring often.
- Add malted barley flour, sugar, and salt; cook 20 minutes, stirring until thick and creamy.
- Stir in remaining 2 cups water to achieve mash consistency; add corn kernels if using.
- Simmer 10 minutes more, then remove from heat and rest 5 minutes; texture should be smooth.
Chef’s Pro Tips
- Keep heat steady to avoid scorching the mash.
- If fermenting later, cool mash to below 80°F before pitching yeast.
- Add lemon zest for a bright aroma after cooling.
Nutritional Estimates
Per serving · 2 servings total
| calories | 210 |
|---|---|
| protein | 5 |
| carbohydrates | 42 |
| fat | 2 |
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