Ylem Cocktail Ideas
Welcome to our Craft Cocktail Menu, featuring our Arizona award-winning drink creations. Each cocktail is thoughtfully crafted to highlight the unique flavors of our small-batch distillery. We invite you to indulge in these exceptional beverages that celebrate the artistry of mixology and the spirit of our local ingredients. Enjoy the experience!
Award Winning Creations using Ylem Hand Crafted Spirits
Ylem Original Rise ’N Shine Manhattan
Yield: Yields 1 cocktail
Struck with a little white lightning, this revamped Manhattan is high proof that moonshine—especially cherry-infused, including a hooch-soaked maraschino cherry—can even make perfection a little more perfect.
Ingredients
1.5 ounce Ylem Rise ‘N Shine Cherry-infused Moonshine
1.5 oz Ylem Rise ‘N Shine Clear Original Moonshine
3/4 ounce dry or sweet vermouth
1 dash Angostura bitters
1 dash simple syrup
1 teaspoon maraschino cherry juice can be added to sweeten if need be
Lemon slice (for garnishing)
2 to 3 moonshine-infused maraschino cherries (for garnishing)
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In a small Mason jar or cocktail glass with ice cubes, add all of the ingredients, except the garnish, stirring to combine. Garnish with the lemon slice and cherries. Yields 1 cocktail.
How to Make
Ylem Peach Moonshine Bellini with Infused Peaches
Indulge in the refreshing taste of our Peach Bellini, crafted our springtime favorite, Rise 'N Shine Peach Moonshine. This delightful cocktail perfectly captures the essence of the season, offering a sweet and bubbly experience that's simply irresistible. Whether you are making an easy brunch beverage or celebrating a special event, this cocktail will be remembered by those who try it. Cheers to celebrating spring with every sip!
Yield: Yields 1 cocktail
DIRECTIONS
1.) Pour 2 oz Ylem Rise ‘N Shine Peach Moonshine in Glass (Large Champaign Flute Recommended)
2.) Add a Ylem Moonshine Peach and slightly muddle
3.) Top with Champagne
4.) Garnish with another Ylem Moonshine Peach on the rim
How to Make
Ylem Cherry Moonshine Old Fashioned w/ Drunkin Cherries
Indulge in our special take on the American classic, Old Fashioned cocktail. We expertly blend this modern take with a hint of bitters, a touch of sweetness, and a twist of citrus to create a timeless drink that honors tradition while offering a unique experience with a different base alcohol. Experience the perfect balance of flavors in every sip making it an unforgettable addition to your evening. Cheers to a classic reimagined!
How to Make
Yield: Yields 1 cocktail
Ingredients
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1.5 oz Ylem Rise ‘N Shine Cherry Moonshine
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1.5 oz Ylem Rise ‘N Shine Clear Moonshine
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1 heaped bar spoon of sugar
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1 bar spoon water
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3 dashes of Angostura Bitters
Glassware: rocks glass
Garnish: orange or lemon peel (we used orange)
Method
In a rocks glass, add sugar, water, bitters and muddle until partly dissolved. Stir in the moonshine. Add a large ice cube. Express the citrus peel around the rim of the glass and use it as garnish.
