Does anyone know the federal or State (MO) laws on distilling corn whiskey at home?

Question

I want to distill corn whiskey at home, but I need to find out state and federal laws on this subject.

Answer 1

Unfortunately, you're out of luck.
You are not permitted to distill *anything* without a federal license. Among the requirements to obtain a permit to distill is one that states that distilling operations may not be conducted in a dwelling (where one lives) backyard, or adjacent storage shed/garage.
http://www.ttb.gov/spirits/faq.shtml#s7
So distilling at home is not allowed whether you intend to sell it or consume it yourself.

Answer 2

"Despite all that has changed about moonshining in the last 200 years, one thing remains the same -- it is illegal. You might be wondering about homebrewed beer and amateur winemaking -- these activities were made legal in the 1970s, but they can only be done in small quantities (if you're supplying half the bars in the city with your "homebrew," the government is probably going to get suspicious). Homebrewing is a different activity from distilling alcohol, and distilling is definitely illegal in any amount. The reason distilling at home is illegal is because it's too easy to make a mistake and create a harmful product. Permits and licenses are required so that the government can make sure the alcohol being produced is safe. Plus, the Feds want to get their tax money.

However, moonshiners are rarely arrested or charged with making illegal liquor. The real charges come from tax evasion. A new federal push to crack down on moonshiners has also started using money laundering charges against moonshiners and their suppliers. A money-laundering conviction can lead to a prison term of 15 years, as opposed to five years for moonshining. Many moonshiners have their property seized by the government when they are caught, because tax evasion and moonshining convictions also result in heavy fines. The property is seized to make sure the fines can be paid. "

Answer 3

Not sure about Missouri but most States do not have a problem with it unless you get caught selling it. There may also be a limit as to the amount you can possess.

Answer 4

Illegal. Difficult. Takes years to decades to age properly.

If you are determined, start with making wine / beer.

Easier to infuse. Search for infuse alcohol recipe at google or yahoo.

http://www.recipezaar.com/cookbook.php?bookid=32471