Yes, as results tend to be better when you stir it before distilling, to make the mash work. Do I strain the mash before putting it into the boiler? Yes indeed. If you allow any solids in your wash, they will settle to the bottom of your cooking pot and burn.

Do you need to clarify before distilling?

Turbo Clear should be used to clear the wash before distillation. ... If yeast cells are not removed they will break open during boiling, releasing off-flavours and aromas into the distillation process and reducing distillate quality. Usually takes less than 24hrs to completely clear the fermentation.

How do you strain moonshine mash?

Either use an immersion chiller to rapidly cool the mash, or simply leave it sit for several hours. Once cool, you'll need to pour the mash through a cheesecloth or a very fine strainer to separate solids from the liquids.