Twisting Tradition: Martha's Moonshine elevates Traditional Cocktails

The classic cocktail—loved by many, and rarely disliked. These drinks have stood the test of time, earning near-universal acclaim across generations. With a nostalgic charm, they're instantly recognisable wherever you go. But as times change, so do our tastes. It's not uncommon to swap spirits, adding a new twist to an old favourite. We have created these classics with Martha’s Moonshine to inspire a spirit of adventure and encourage the exploration of endless possibilities. Martha's Moonshine highlights the flavours of a drink without overpowering them, making it the perfect addition or substitution. Embrace the extraordinary and give tradition a refreshing twist.

Martha Libre

Here is our take on the classic Cuba Libre. Traditionally made with a dark rum this tall drink was inspired by and created in Havana, Cuba in the 1900’s. Its name translates to ‘Free Cuba’, a toast often cried out during the Cuban War of Independence.

Naturally, a story like this inspired us to create our own version, the Martha Libre. Substituting the dark rum with Martha’s Moonshine.

Glass:

Tall Cocktail

Ingredients:

• 60ml - Martha’s Moonshine
• 15ml - Lime Juice (Or 2 lime wedges muddled)
• 1 dash - Angostura Bitters
• Cola

Method:

1. Add Moonshine, lime (Or wedges) and bitters into glass
2. Add ice to top
3. Top with Cola (Fever Tree/Capi)
4. Mix ingredients

Garnish:

• Lime Wedge

Wondering Dove

Sweet, sour and divine. Our take on the Paloma pays homage to its character. While little is known about the historical origin of the Paloma, many believe is it named after La Paloma or ‘The Dove’, a popular folk song composed in the early 1860’s. The Martha’s Moonshine variation substitutes tequila for moonshine and is aptly named the Wondering Dove.

Glass:

Tall Cocktail

Ingredients:

• 60ml - Martha’s Moonshine
• 15ml - Lime Juice (Or 2 lime wedges muddled)
• 10ml - Sugar Syrup
• Pinch of Salt
• Capi Grapefruit soda

Method:

1. Add Moonshine, lime (Or wedges) and salt to glass
2. Add ice to top
3. Top with Capi Grapefruit soda
4. Mix ingredients

Garnish:

• Grapefruit or Lime Wedge

Lighthouse

A drink and a spirit tied together in an inseparable bond. It’s not exactly clear how rum and ginger beer met in a glass, but the combination was popular with the navy, possibly because it eased seasickness and rum was ubiquitous during the 1900’s. No matter how the elixir came to be, the discovery of a beverage that both lifted spirits and soothed the stomach was cause for celebration. During these celebrations, a sailor allegedly joked that his drink was “the colour of a cloud only a fool or a dead man would sail under.” And the drink was dubbed the Dark ‘n Stormy shortly after.

Our take on this classic substitutes the traditional Gosling’s Black Seal Rum for our own adventure bound spirit, Martha’s Moonshine to give you the Lighthouse.

Glass:

Tall Cocktail

Ingredients:

• 60ml - Martha’s Moonshine
• 15ml - Lime Juice (Or 2 lime wedges muddled)
• 10ml - Sugar Syrup (2:1 Ratio. e.g 1000g sugar to 500ml water)
• Bundaberg Ginger Beer
• Angostura Bitters

Method:

1. Add Moonshine, lime (or wedges) and sugar syrup into glass
2. Add ice to top
3. Top with Bundaberg Ginger Beer
4. Mix ingredients
5. 4 dash Angostura bitter on top

Garnish:

• Lime Wedge and Mint leaf

Not all who wonder in the night are lost, some are simply searching for something out of the ordinary. Our simple serves are takes on classic cocktails that have brought joy to the world for many years, but now is the time to experience the thrill of the unknown. Explore the endless possibilities or Martha’s Moonshine today.