moonshine cocktails They have gained popularity in recent times, and for good reason!
They're boozy, entertaining, and are likely to liven up your next celebration.
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Moonshine became quite common during Prohibition when people started making alcohol at home, usually at night, hence the name.
Today, it is still illegal to make moonshine without permission from the government.
But many distillers have taken the name to create something related. And that's what you'll need for these fabulous moonshine cocktails.
It is usually made from corn and has a high alcohol content, so be sure to drink responsibly!
Over Ten Simple Moonshine Cocktail Recipes for Your Next Tailgate Celebration
What's more American than apple pie? Apple Pie Moonshine, Naturally!
Bursting with apple-cinnamon goodness, it's super crisp and refreshing.
You can make two glasses in 5 minutes or less, and you won't think how well they go down.
Despite the moonlight (which is strong), this fall-flavored cocktail tastes barely alcoholic.
But don't wait until fall to enjoy it. The bright apple flavor and mild sweetness make it the ideal drink for any season.
If you want something bright and flavorful, you need to try this moonshine margarita.
Features traditional orange and lime marg flavors. To that, you'll add a bit of grapefruit soda and Virginia Moon white whiskey.
It is sour and spicy with just a hint of sweetness. If you are a lover of margaritas, this drink is for you.
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Even a traditional Moscow city mule can benefit from a little moonshine.
And if you're a traditional cocktail enthusiast, you'll know from the name exactly what's in it: moonshine instead of vodka.
It's still packed with jovial lime and a nice ginger kick. The moonshine just makes the overall flavor a bit darker and hotter.
Remember to serve it in the traditional copper mug for aesthetics!
Do you love key lime pie? If so, you must try this Moonshine Cocktail with Key Lime Pie.
It has some terrific bold flavors that truly taste like the ultimate dessert. And it all starts with a base of moonshine and lime juice.
Add a pinch of vanilla simple syrup to help sweeten it, then serve over ice with a wedge of lime.
To finish that cake effect, top the glass with crumbled graham crackers!
Here's another amazing apple-infused fall cocktail for the holidays.
Harvest Moon uses only 3 ingredients, but they pack enough flavor to fill a room.
You will combine apple pie moonshine, apple cider, and seltzer. The result is a fizzy, golden drink that looks (and smells!) as good as it tastes.
It is certainly a drink that any apple cider lover will appreciate. Make several and enjoy them the next time you have a bonfire.
Remember those fabulous cherry limes you used to drink when you were little? These cocktails taste just like that and are very simple to recreate.
You will need 3 ingredients (plus a lime wedge garnish) and about two minutes, tops!
And remember, the alcohol in these is all in the cherries. So don't forget to enjoy them. They are exquisite and very drunk.
Is there a better summer drink than lemonade? It's hard to beat, but so is this moonshine moonshine.
It is a sweetly sour masterpiece with liquor of one hundred and fifty-one degrees.
It has all the benefits of lemonade as well. It's refreshing and gives you a nice sugar rush without being too sweet.
The kick of the alcohol is strong, but its flavor fades into a lemony lusciousness.
It's exactly the same great lemonade you enjoyed when you were little. The only difference is that this one is clearly for adults only.
When you think of moonshine, what comes to mind? A dark, amber-colored drink with a powerful sour mash flavor?
Yes, not this moonshine.
It's light, bright, and full of lime-mint goodness. Of all the options here, the moonshine mojito is surely my favorite.
It tastes so fresh and clean. It is one of the best mojitos you will never try.
Give this easy recipe a try and thank me later.
You won't be surprised to learn that this pineapple moonshine is sweet, tropical, and fantastically fruity.
To make it, you'll combine orange juice, pineapple juice, coconut cream, and more.
It's the kind of cocktail you'd drink while lounging on a Hawaiian beach with waves kicking at your toes.
Definitely not your Uncle Willy's Tennessee moonshine, that's for sure.
Prepare some the next time you're on vacation. Or make multiple for you and your guests to enjoy throughout brunch. Either way, you weren't disappointed.
Craving something a little more decadent? Take a look at this dark chocolate liqueur recipe.
As its name states, it is sinfully exquisite.
Full of rich, sweet flavor, it's impressively versatile. You can add it to your (mid)morning coffee, hot chocolate, or even ice cream!
Of course, you can also enjoy it alone.
It does require some simple cooking though, so don't wait until the last second to make it. Budget for at least half an hour.
This recipe takes everything you loved about Flintstone Push Pops as a kid, blends it up, and adds alcohol.
Need I say more?
Creamy, dreamy, and impossible to resist, it's just like the traditional screwdriver, only 000 times more luscious.
Give it a try if you are looking for the perfect drink for breakfast or brunch.
First of all, how awesome is this drink?
The elusive golden peaches look captivating pushed against white ice cubes and green basil leaves.
Needless to say, it smells amazing too. The peach and basil complement each other perfectly, bringing you a warm sweetness in each and every sip.
Then there's the moonshine and a bit of simple syrup to offset everything. Each sip is like a cool breeze on a hot summer day.
Yes, you read that right. Strawberry moonshine jam cocktail.
There's real jam in the mix, so expect something sweet (super sweet) and fruity with a hint of strawberry flavor.
However, it is not thick and sticky. Instead, it tastes like a regular strawberry cocktail.
The jam substitutes for simple syrup, adding sweetness and flavor without weighing down the texture.
I know it sounds a bit strange, but give it a try anyway. You'll be surprised how much you like it.
And hey, feel free to use another kind of jam. Raspberry, blueberry, peach… the sky is the limit!
