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Understanding Moonshine: The Science and Raw Ingredients for Distillation in 2026

"The term moonshine historically refers to high-proof distilled spirits produced illicitly. In 2026, the regulatory and technical landscape has evolved significantly; while home distillation remains illegal under federal law in the United States without a federal fuel alcohol permit or a distilled spirits plant license, the technical study of the process—and the raw materials used—remains a subject of intense chemical and agricultural interest. The Chemistry of Fermentation and Mash Bill Composition At the molecular level, moonshine is simply ethanol produced through the distillation of fermented sugars. The raw ingredients, collectively known..."

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