Lemon Meringue Pie Moonshine
A smooth, citrus-forward moonshine liqueur bursting with bright lemon, rich vanilla, and a whisper of golden crust. This isn’t just lemony — it’s like your favorite slice of lemon meringue pie, reimagined for grown-ups and poured straight from the jar.
Crafted in small batches with real flavor and a rebellious twist, it’s dangerously easy to sip and made for moments worth remembering.
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🍋 Tasting Notes:
• Nose: Fresh lemon zest, whipped cream, warm pie crust
• Palate: Tangy citrus up front, silky vanilla mid-palate, smooth pie-finish
• Finish: Long, luscious, lightly sweet with a citrusy glow
5 Lemon Meringue Pie Moonshine Cocktail Recipes
Here are 5 unique and crave-worthy cocktail recipes for your Lemon Meringue Pie Moonshine (20%), each designed to highlight the tangy lemon, creamy meringue, and pie crust undertones in your liqueur. Perfect for year-round sipping or dessert-inspired menus:
1. Meringue Martini
🍋 A velvety dessert martini with a tart twist.
Ingredients:
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2 oz Lemon Meringue Pie Moonshine
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0.5 oz vanilla vodka
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1 oz cream (or half & half)
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0.25 oz fresh lemon juice
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Optional: graham cracker rim
Instructions:
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Rim a chilled martini glass with crushed graham crackers.
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In a shaker, combine all ingredients with ice.
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Shake vigorously until frothy.
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Strain into the rimmed martini glass.
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Garnish with a lemon twist or toasted meringue puff.
Pairing: Perfect after dinner with lemon tarts or sugar cookies.
2. Sunshine Fizz
🌞 Bright, fizzy, and endlessly refreshing.
Ingredients:
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1.5 oz Lemon Meringue Pie Moonshine
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0.5 oz limoncello
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4 oz soda water or lemon sparkling water
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Splash of elderflower syrup (optional)
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Fresh mint
Instructions:
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Fill a highball glass with ice.
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Add moonshine, limoncello, and a splash of elderflower if using.
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Top with soda water.
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Stir gently and garnish with mint and a lemon wheel.
Pairing: Great with light appetizers, fresh berries, or charcuterie.
3. Lemon Cream Pie Float
🍨 A playful boozy float with nostalgic charm.
Ingredients:
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2 oz Lemon Meringue Pie Moonshine
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1 scoop vanilla bean or lemon sorbet
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4 oz lemon-lime soda
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Optional: whipped cream & graham cracker dust
Instructions:
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Add moonshine to a tall glass.
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Top with soda and stir lightly.
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Gently float the scoop of ice cream/sorbet on top.
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Add a dollop of whipped cream and dust with graham crumbs.
Pairing: Pairs perfectly with sunshine and BBQs.
4. Toasted Lemon Mule
⚡ A twist on the classic mule with lemon meringue depth.
Ingredients:
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1.5 oz Lemon Meringue Pie Moonshine
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0.5 oz bourbon or spiced rum
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0.5 oz fresh lime juice
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4 oz ginger beer
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Dash of aromatic bitters
Instructions:
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Fill a copper mug with ice.
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Add moonshine, bourbon, lime juice.
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Top with ginger beer.
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Stir and add a dash of bitters.
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Garnish with a lemon wheel and toasted marshmallow.
Pairing: Great with roasted nuts, fried chicken, or spiced snack mixes.
5. Lemon Cloud Punch
🍹 A crowd-pleasing party punch with a meringue-soft finish.
Ingredients (per glass or scaled for punch bowl):
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1.5 oz Lemon Meringue Pie Moonshine
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1 oz orange juice
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1 oz pineapple juice
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0.5 oz coconut cream
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1 oz club soda (to top)
Instructions:
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In a shaker with ice, combine moonshine, juices, and coconut cream.
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Shake well and strain into an ice-filled glass.
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Top with soda and stir lightly.
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Garnish with a pineapple wedge or edible flower.
Pairing: Best for brunches, bridal showers, or springtime events
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