Here in Florida, we are lucky enough to have some of the tastiest, fruitiest flavors around—from oranges to limes and grapefruits, and especially one of our favorites: peach. The sweet, fresh flavor of a peach can brighten any day, dish or drink. The lightness of its flavor enables it to pair with almost anything—but it’s sweetness can also hold steady on its own. Mix them in a cocktail and it is like summer in a glass. These cocktails take classic recipes and turn them into a peach-lovers dream. Each one leaves you feeling warm and fuzzy on the inside. Just replace the usual liquor with one of our suggested peach-flavored spirits, like Cooper’s Mark Peach Bourbon, Smirnoff Peach Vodka, or add in one of your own surprising twists. Whether you are looking for the peach to be the star of the show, or play a supporting role—peruse our palatable, peach propositions for plentiful pleasure!
Here in Florida, we are lucky enough to have some of the tastiest, fruitiest flavors around—from oranges to limes and grapefruits, and especially one of our favorites: peach. The sweet, fresh flavor of a peach can brighten any day, dish or drink. The lightness of its flavor enables it to pair with almost anything—but it’s sweetness can also hold steady on its own. Mix them in a cocktail and it is like summer in a glass. These cocktails take classic recipes and turn them into a peach-lovers dream. Each one leaves you feeling warm and fuzzy on the inside. Just replace the usual liquor with one of our suggested peach-flavored spirits, like Cooper’s Mark Peach Bourbon, Smirnoff Peach Vodka, or add in one of your own surprising twists. Whether you are looking for the peach to be the star of the show, or play a supporting role—peruse our palatable, peach propositions for plentiful pleasure!
We’ve found a new way to ap-PEACH-iate this classic cocktail. Turn that typical Old Fashioned into a new summer staple by pouring in Cooper’s Mark Peach Bourbon and adding in some sweet peach slices.
1 ½ ounces Cooper’s Mark Peach Bourbon
2 dashes aromatic bitters
¼ ounce simple syrup
Peach slices
In a mixing cup with ice, combine bourbon, bitters and simple syrup. Stir until chilled. Strain into serving glass. Garnish with a peach slice and cherry.
A simple, yet delicious recipe that mixes sweet peach vodka with tart cranberry juice and citrus-y lemon. Present it in a mason jar and turn your backyard BBQ into the most talked about event of the year!
1 ½ ounces Smirnoff Peach Vodka
1 ounce white cranberry juice
½ ounce lemon juice
½ ounce simple syrup
Combine in a mason jar and garnish with sliced peaches.
Feeling bubbly? Try this refreshing, adult lemonade spiked with Jim Beam Peach Bourbon. Add a pop of color by garnishing with a sprig of rosemary and convince your friends that you’re basically a professional bartender.
1 ½ ounces Jim Beam Peach Bourbon
3 ounces lemonade
Splash of soda
Peach wedge
Sprig of rosemary
Combine peach bourbon and lemonade in a glass over ice and stir. Top with a splash of soda and garnish with a peach wedge and sprig of rosemary.
Enjoy the three-year-old bourbon flavored with sweet southern peach. Pick up hints of apricot tea on the nose and sweet peach throughout the palate while lightening the drink with a few sprigs of mint. This pairing was made for peach-other.
2 ounces Cooper’s Mark Peach Bourbon
4 peach slices
8 mint leaves, 1 sprig for garnish
¾ ounce simple syrup
Splash of club soda
In a mixing cup, muddle 3 peach slices, mint leaves and simple syrup. Add bourbon and ice. Stir until chilled. Strain into serving glass over fresh ice and top with club soda. Garnish with a peach slice and mint sprig.
Is your go-to drink the ever so reliable Vodka Soda? Are you looking for a bit of flavor, but also something low in calories? Try using Ketel One Botanical Peach & Orange Blossom Vodka! The peach and orange blossom flavors will lighten up your palate and keep you reaching for your glass.
3 ounces soda water
Combine all ingredients into a glass filled with ice. Garnish with your choice of fragrant herbs and fresh fruit.
Sweeten this dry Pinot up with some peachy goodness. These flavors pair deliciously with grilled chicken or are perfect as a fun dessert drink to sip while watching the summer sunset.
2 ½ cups Pinot Grigio
5 cups frozen peaches
1 fresh peach
Add frozen peaches and wine to a blender and blend until smooth. Pour into a coupe glass and garnish with fresh peach slices.
Note: Use ½ cup less wine if you like a thicker consistency.
This recipe adds an extra kick to Captain Morgan Original Spiced Rum by muddling in some jalapeño before pouring in the spirit. The lively flavor of peach brings the spice down but still leaves you with a taste that is sure to put a skip in your step.
1 ½ ounces Captain Morgan Original Spiced Rum
2 slices jalapeño
½ ounce fresh lime juice
1 ounce peach nectar
1 ounce ginger ale
In a glass, muddle jalapeño slice and lime juice. Add Captain Morgan Original Spiced Rum, peach nectar and ice. Top with ginger ale and stir to combine. Garnish with jalapeño and peach slices.
Take Sunday brunch to the next level with this peachin’ delicious mimosa. We recommend pairing it with buttermilk pancakes topped with fresh peach slices and honey.
1 ounce V5 Peach Vodka
2 ounces Hi! Prosecco
1 ounce orange juice
Pour vodka and chilled Prosecco into a Champagne flute. Top with orange juice and serve.
