Description
The Georgia Peach Cocktail is a refreshing and fruity alcoholic drink that perfectly combines peach schnapps, vodka, lemon juice, and peach puree for a deliciously sweet and tangy experience. This vibrant cocktail is ideal for summer gatherings or any occasion when you want a taste of Southern charm in a glass.
Ingredients
Scale
Liquor
- 2 ounces peach schnapps
- 2 ounces vodka
Mixers and Garnish
- 1 ounce lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- 1 ounce simple syrup
- 2 ounces peach puree
- 1/2 ounce grenadine
- Ice cubes (as needed)
- Peach slice (for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare the shaker: Fill a cocktail shaker halfway with ice cubes to ensure the cocktail is properly chilled and diluted.
- Add peach schnapps: Pour 2 ounces of peach schnapps into the shaker to provide the base peach flavor.
- Add vodka: Add 2 ounces of vodka into the shaker, combining with the peach schnapps for added strength and smoothness.
- Add lemon juice: Squeeze 1 ounce of fresh lemon juice into the mixture to bring a fresh, citrusy balance to the drink.
- Add simple syrup: Pour 1 ounce of simple syrup into the shaker to sweeten the cocktail evenly.
- Add peach puree: Include 2 ounces of peach puree for natural fruitiness and texture.
- Add grenadine: Pour in 1/2 ounce of grenadine, which adds sweetness and a beautiful rosy color to the cocktail.
- Shake the cocktail: Secure the shaker lid tightly and shake vigorously for 10-15 seconds to blend all the ingredients smoothly and chill the mixture.
- Strain and serve: Strain the cocktail into a chilled glass filled with fresh ice cubes, ensuring a crisp presentation.
- Garnish: Adorn the rim or float a peach slice in the drink to add a decorative and flavorful touch.
- Enjoy: Serve immediately and relish the refreshing, sweet, and tangy Georgia Peach Cocktail.
Notes
- Use fresh peach puree for the best natural fruit flavor; canned or store-bought can be substituted if necessary.
- Adjust the amount of simple syrup based on your sweetness preference.
- Chill your glass beforehand for an extra refreshing experience.
- This cocktail contains alcohol and is intended for adults of legal drinking age.
- For a non-alcoholic version, omit the peach schnapps and vodka and replace with peach nectar and a splash of soda water.
