The Peachy Keen cocktail is a vibrant and fruity drink that combines fresh peaches, peach schnapps, and vodka, creating a deliciously refreshing beverage ideal for summer parties or a relaxing evening.
Ingredients
- 2 oz vodka
- 1 oz peach schnapps
- 1 oz fresh peach puree (or muddled fresh peaches)
- 1 oz fresh lemon juice
- Splash of club soda
- Fresh peach slices (for garnish)
- Ice cubes
Directions
- Prepare the Peach Puree: If using fresh peaches, peel and pit them, then blend them until smooth to create a peach puree.
- Mix the Ingredients: In a cocktail shaker, combine the vodka, peach schnapps, peach puree, and fresh lemon juice. Add ice cubes.
- Shake: Shake well until the mixture is chilled.
- Strain: Strain the mixture into a chilled glass filled with ice.
- Top Off: Add a splash of club soda for a bit of fizz.
- Garnish: Garnish with fresh peach slices on the rim of the glass.
Time and Servings
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Servings: 1 cocktail
Tips and Variations
- Make it a Slush: Blend the ingredients with ice for a frozen version of the Peachy Keen.
- Herbal Twist: Add a sprig of fresh mint for a refreshing herbal note.
- Mocktail Version: Substitute vodka with peach nectar or sparkling water for a non-alcoholic version.
Enjoy your Peachy Keen cocktail—perfectly refreshing and delightfully fruity!
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Peachy Keen
- Prep Time: 7 minutes
- Total Time: 7 minutes
- Yield: 1 cocktail (approximately 6 oz) 1x
Description
A bright and cheerful cocktail that captures the essence of sun-ripened peaches. This sweet and refreshing drink combines fresh peach flavors with complementary spirits and a touch of herbs for a perfectly balanced summer sipper.
Ingredients
Units
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- 2 oz vodka (or peach vodka)
- 3 fresh peach slices (plus more for garnish)
- 1 oz peach schnapps
- 1/2 oz fresh lemon juice
- 1/2 oz honey syrup (equal parts honey and hot water, cooled)
- 2 fresh basil leaves (plus more for garnish)
- 2 oz prosecco
- Ice cubes
Instructions
- If desired, rim a coupe glass with peach sugar (mix sugar with peach drink powder).
- In a shaker, gently muddle fresh peach slices with basil leaves and honey syrup.
- Add vodka, peach schnapps, and lemon juice.
- Fill shaker with ice cubes.
- Shake vigorously for 15-20 seconds until well chilled.
- Double strain into the prepared glass.
- Top with prosecco.
- Garnish with a fresh peach slice and basil sprig.
Notes
- Use ripe but firm peaches for best flavor
- Double strain to remove fruit pulp
- Can be made with frozen peaches when fresh aren’t available
- For a stronger peach flavor, use peach vodka
- Non-alcoholic version: Use peach nectar, honey syrup, and sparkling water
- Can be batch-made for parties (add prosecco just before serving)
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cocktail (approximately 6 oz)
- Calories: 215
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 4mg