Lunar Glow Cocktail Recipe: A Bright & Refreshing Maumee Moonshine Cocktail

The Lunar Glow cocktail is a radiant tribute to the Lunar New Year, capturing the essence of prosperity, renewal, and celebration in every sip. Crafted with Maumee Moonshine, Orange Tiger, and fresh mandarin orange juice, this golden-hued drink reflects the warmth and brightness of the occasion. The mandarin orange, a cherished symbol of good fortune and wealth, lends its vibrant citrus notes, perfectly complementing the smooth, bold character of moonshine. A touch of honey syrup adds natural sweetness, representing the wish for a joyful and prosperous year ahead, while sparkling club soda lifts the flavors, making the cocktail light, refreshing, and undeniably festive.

Rooted in Lunar New Year traditions, the Lunar Glow combines flavors that signify luck, happiness, and new beginnings. Whether raising a glass during a family feast or toasting new opportunities with friends, this cocktail shines like a full moon, symbolizing unity, abundance, and the promise of an auspicious year to come.

Difficulty Level

Easy

Ingredients

2 oz Maumee Moonshine
½ oz Orange Tiger
1 oz Fresh mandarin orange juice
½ oz Honey syrup
2 oz Club soda
Mandarin peel twist (for garnish)

For the Honey Syrup

½ cup honey
½ cup warm water

Garnish (optional)

Thin slices of mandarin orange peel.

Method

Shake Maumee Moonshine, Orange Tiger, mandarin juice, and honey syrup with ice.
Strain into a rocks glass filled with fresh ice.
Top with club soda for a light sparkle.
Garnish with a twist of mandarin peel for a fragrant citrus note.

How to Make the Honey Syrup

Honey syrup is a simple, all-natural sweetener that blends easily into cocktails.

Combine honey and warm water in a small bowl or jar.
Stir until fully dissolved.
Store in a sealed container in the fridge for up to two weeks.

Experience

This classic cocktail perfectly balances the floral and citrus notes of East Side Gin with the natural sweetness of honey for a smooth, refreshing sip!

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About Toledo Spirits Co.

Welcome to Toledo Spirits, where tradition meets innovation in every glass. We are storytellers in the art of cocktails. Our passion lies in crafting spirits that inspire and reimagine classic cocktails with a modern twist. At Toledo Spirits, we believe that the essence of a great cocktail goes beyond its ingredients. It's about the experience, history, and balance each taste offers.

Our craft spirits are the foundation of this philosophy, each meticulously distilled to ensure the highest quality and unique character.