Some cocktails whisper. The Moonshine Mule does not.
Bright, bold, and unapologetically refreshing, this cocktail puts High Octane 108 Moonshine right where it belongs – in the driver’s seat. Where a traditional mule leans on vodka, we swap in unaged American moonshine for a drink with a little more horsepower and a lot more character.
The result? A cocktail that’s crisp, spicy, citrusy, and dangerously easy to drink.
Served ice-cold in a copper mug packed with crushed ice, the Moonshine Mule is built for porch swings, patio afternoons, and the kind of gatherings where one round easily turns into two.
Why Moonshine Works in a Mule
A classic mule is built on a simple formula: spirit, ginger beer, lime, and ice. But the choice of spirit changes everything.
High Octane 108 Moonshine brings a clean, bold backbone that stands up beautifully to spicy ginger beer. The higher proof adds depth and warmth, while the bright lime juice keeps the whole drink lively and refreshing.
It’s smooth, powerful, and balanced – like a well-tuned engine.
Moonshine Mule Recipe
Ingredients
- 2 oz High Octane 108 Moonshine
- 4 oz Ginger Beer (choose one with a strong bite like Bundaberg, or Cock and Bull)
- 0.5–1 oz Fresh squeezed Lime Juice (to taste)
- Crushed Ice
Garnish
- Lime wedge or wheel
- Candied Ginger “Spark Plug”
- Candied ginger on a cocktail pick and a dehydrated lime wheel
How to Make a Moonshine Mule
1
Fill a copper mule mug with crushed ice.
2
Pour in High Octane 108 Moonshine.
3
Add fresh lime juice.
4
Top with ginger beer.
4
Give it a gentle stir to combine.
5
Garnish with a lime wedge and a Candied Ginger “Spark Plug” (candied ginger on a pick with a dehydrated lime wheel).
Tasting Notes
The Moonshine Mule opens with bright citrus and lively ginger spice. High Octane 108 adds a smooth but powerful backbone, while the crushed ice and copper mug keep the drink ice-cold and incredibly refreshing.
The candied ginger garnish adds a sweet, spicy finish that pairs perfectly with the ginger beer’s bite.
It’s crisp. It’s punchy. And it’s built for repeat laps.
Built for the Open Road
At Speed Shift Distillery, we like cocktails that are easy to make but memorable to drink. The Moonshine Mule hits that sweet spot – simple ingredients, bold flavor, and just enough kick to keep things interesting.
So grab a copper mug, fire up the ice crusher, and give High Octane 108 Moonshine the kind of ride it deserves.
Because sometimes the classics just need a little more horsepower.