Best Peach Moonshine Cocktail Recipes
Written by 'Midnight Moon Moonshine' on Moonshine 101Shine Guide
August is officially National Peach Month, but we enjoy our favorite fruit all year round. Dive into a wealth of peach knowledge, fresh recipes, and inventive ways to savor our Peach Moonshine.
With over 700 peach varieties worldwide, these fruits have been savored since their cultivation in China around 6000 BC. The inaugural peach tree in the United States took root in Georgia during the 1600s, paving the way for the cultivation of premium varieties nationwide. The ripest peaches find their way into our moonshine.
In 1982 Ronald Reagan designated August National Peach Month, giving us many reasons to enjoy peach-infused cocktails. Celebrate the fruit on special days like Eat a Peach Day on August 22 and National Peach Pie Day on August 24. From National Peach Melba Day on January 13 to Peach Cobbler Day on April 13 and National Peach Ice Cream Day on July 17, there’s a peach celebration for every season.
But enough about desserts, Peaches and Cream have nothing on our ultra-smooth moonshine recipe.
North Carolina’s Finest Peach Moonshine Recipe
Midnight Moon Peach moonshine combines the natural sweetness of fresh peaches with 70-proof moonshine. As the peaches age, they release their sweetness into the spirit, creating a smooth and flavorful moonshine.
Like all our moonshine recipes, Midnight Moon Peach is made from 100% American corn and handcrafted in small batches. Our advanced distillation process eliminates the harsh taste often associated with moonshine. The result? An ultra-smooth, high-quality spirit with a subtle sweetness, perfect for sipping neat and making various mixed drinks.
We’re not the only ones who think we have the best peach moonshine recipe. Bartenders and chefs find the balance of sweet peaches and moonshine to be the perfect addition to their peach cocktail creations.
What to Mix with Peach Moonshine
Peach Moonshine is fantastic solo, but simple twists can kick up that summer feeling. This smooth spirit shines with club soda, simple syrup, or a splash of orange juice. Elevate your mixed drink with fresh ingredients and garnishes like fresh herbs, cinnamon sticks, or a peach slice dipped in brown sugar!
Top 5 Peach Moonshine Cocktail Recipes
1. Grandma’s Fuzzy Navel
Just say no to peach schnapps! Try our Moonrise cocktail if you like quick and easy recipes like the classic Fuzzy Navel. This moonshine recipe is great for making in batches and serving as a shot for groups or in a tall glass over ice.
Ingredients
- 2 oz. Midnight Moon Peach Moonshine
- Pineapple Juice
- Orange Wedge
Directions
Pour peach moonshine into a glass over ice, top with pineapple juice, and garnish with a fresh orange slice.
2. Boozy Sweet Tea
Treat yourself to a refreshing drink with a Spiked Peach Iced Tea or our signature cocktail, the Midnight Stroll. Southern sweet tea mixed with peach moonshine and bourbon, this summer sip is ideal for unwinding under the night sky.
Ingredients
- 2 oz. Peach Moonshine
- 1/2 oz. Bourbon (Midnight Stroll only)
- Iced Tea
- Fresh Lemon Wedge
Directions
Pour the peach moonshine and bourbon (if applicable) into a tall glass over ice. Top off with sweet or unsweetened tea. Garnish with a fresh lemon wedge. Pro tip: Grab the moonshine peaches from the jar for an extra kick!
3. Moonshine Peach Bellini
The Moonshine Peach Bellini cocktail blends peach moonshine with champagne for a decadent flavor. Best served chilled, it offers a crisp, refreshing taste. Enjoy the Midnight Moon Moonshine Peach Bellini for celebrations all year round.
Ingredients
- 1 oz. Peach Moonshine
- 5 oz. Champagne
- Moonshine peaches to garnish
Directions
Pour the peach moonshine into a chilled champagne flute, then add champagne on top. For an elegant touch, garnish with 1-2 moonshine peaches from the Midnight Moon Peach mason jar.
4. Peach Lemonade
Upgrade your drink game with our delicious peach moonshine lemonade. A perfect blend of bold peach flavors and sweet lemonade served over ice for a refreshing mixed drink. Try our le-MOON-ade today!
Ingredients
- 1.5 oz. Midnight Moon Peach Moonshine
- 1.5 oz. Midnight Moon Lemonade Moonshine
- 4 oz. Fresh Squeezed Lemonade
- Lemon Slice (Optional)
Directions
Mix the flavored moonshine and lemonade in a tall glass over ice. Pro tip: Order online to have these moonshine ingredients delivered to your door.
5. Homemade Moonshine Peach BBQ Sauce
Boost your BBQ and grilling recipes with a little twist by adding our Midnight Moon to your sauces. It is perfect for adding a bit of kick and sweetness, making your meals unforgettable.
We recommend this Georgia Peach BBQ sauce recipe made with moonshine peaches!
Ingredients
- .25 cup Peach moonshine
- Moonshine peaches from one jar of Midnight Moon Peach
- (1) 28 oz can tomato sauce
- (1) 28 oz can crushed tomatoes
- .25 cup Apple cider vinegar
- 3 cups brown sugar
- .5 cup white sugar
- Two tablespoons Worcestershire
- 1 cup Molasses
- 2-3 fire-roasted jalapeños
- One bulb roasted garlic
- Salt & Pepper to taste
Directions
- Start by smoking the moonshine peaches for about an hour. While they smoke, fire-roast jalapeños until charred and roast a garlic bulb until soft.
- Mix tomato sauce, crushed tomatoes, and vinegar in a large saucepan. Add peach moonshine, molasses, sugars, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil, then simmer. Adjust seasonings and stir occasionally to prevent scorching.
- Blend remaining ingredients until smooth. Use this sauce for all your BBQ and summer grill recipes.
PRO TIP: Remove jalapeño stems and seeds for a milder flavor or leave them in for extra heat. To make a smooth sauce, strain the seeds using a chinois or fine mesh sieve.
More Ways to Mix Moonshine
- Watermelon Moonshine Punch: Combine watermelon moonshine, simple syrup, and club soda for a refreshing summer drink.
- Apple Pie Moonshine Martini: For a cozy cocktail, mix apple pie moonshine, cinnamon simple syrup, and fresh lemon juice.
- Orange Juice Moonshine Fizz: Blend orange juice, peach moonshine, and a splash of club soda for a zesty cocktail.
Where to Buy Peach Moonshine
Experience the bold taste of Midnight Moon from the comfort of your home. You can find most of our moonshine flavors in two sizes: a 750ml mason jar and a 50ml miniature mason jar. Grab Midnight Moon Peach 750ml with real moonshine peaches in the jar for a snack with your sip! Order online from our website and get our premium moonshine delivered straight to your door. If you’re lucky, you might be able to find Midnight Moon Shine and Shakes near you— give our store locator a try.
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