Fresh Peach Bourbon Smash Cocktail
A breezy, minty summer cocktail combining fresh peaches, bourbon, and sparkling water for a refreshing and slightly sweet drink perfect for hot afternoons and casual get-togethers.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: 1 serving 1x
- Category: Cocktail
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 medium fresh peach, sliced or chopped
- 2 oz bourbon (e.g., Buffalo Trace or Bulleit)
- 8–10 fresh mint leaves
- 0.5 oz simple syrup (homemade or store-bought)
- 0.5 oz fresh lemon juice
- 2 oz sparkling water or club soda
- Ice cubes
Instructions
- Slice one ripe peach into chunks and pluck 8-10 fresh mint leaves from the stem.
- In a mixing glass, add the peach chunks and mint leaves. Gently muddle to release the peach juice and mint oils without pulverizing.
- Add 2 oz bourbon, 0.5 oz fresh lemon juice, and 0.5 oz simple syrup. Stir well to combine.
- Fill the glass or shaker with ice cubes. Stir for about 20 seconds if using a mixing glass, or shake gently for about 10 seconds if using a shaker.
- Strain the cocktail into a rocks glass filled with fresh ice. Skip straining if you prefer some peach pulp.
- Top with 2 oz sparkling water or club soda and stir gently.
- Garnish with a few mint leaves (slapped between palms to release aroma) and optionally a peach slice on the rim.
Notes
Use ripe, fragrant peaches for best flavor. Muddle mint gently to avoid bitterness. Fresh lemon juice is preferred over bottled. For a lower sugar version, reduce or omit simple syrup and adjust lemon juice accordingly. Frozen peaches can be used if thawed slightly. Prepare cocktail close to serving time to maintain freshness and fizz. Experiment with bourbon brands for preferred flavor profile.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cocktail (about 8
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 12
- Sodium: 5
- Carbohydrates: 14
- Fiber: 1
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