Peach Whiskey Smash
- Glass
- Rocks
- Difficulty
- Easy
- ABV
- ~18%
Ingredients
- 2 ozbourbon60 ml
- 3-4fresh peach slices
- ¾ ozfresh lemon juice22 ml
- ½ ozsimple syrup15 ml
- 4 leavesfresh mint
Instructions
Muddle peach slices and mint in a shaker. Add bourbon, lemon juice, and simple syrup with ice. Shake hard and double-strain into a rocks glass over fresh ice. Garnish with a peach slice and mint sprig.
Sips & Tips
Technique
Use ripe, in-season peaches for the best flavor. Muddle firmly to extract juice. Double-strain to remove pulp and mint bits for a clean presentation.
Balance
Bourbon and peach are a natural Southern pairing. The mint adds freshness and the lemon provides acidity. Adjust syrup based on peach ripeness.
History
Variations
Grilled Peach Smash
Use grilled peach slices for a smoky-sweet version that's incredible in late summer.
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Peach Whiskey Smash
Glass: Rocks | Difficulty: Easy | ABV: ~18%
Ingredients
- 2 oz bourbon
- 3-4 fresh peach slices
- ¾ oz fresh lemon juice
- ½ oz simple syrup
- 4 leaves fresh mint
Instructions
Muddle peach slices and mint in a shaker. Add bourbon, lemon juice, and simple syrup with ice. Shake hard and double-strain into a rocks glass over fresh ice. Garnish with a peach slice and mint sprig.