Peach Bourbon Smash Recipe

Bourbon peach smash on a wood cutting board with peaches in a basket in the background.

Melissa

This vibrant and flavorful Peach Bourbon Smash with basil is the perfect refreshing drink for a hot summer day.

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Prep Time 5

Total Time 5

Course Cocktails, Happy Hour

Cuisine American, Summer

Servings cocktail

Ingredients

½ fresh peach (chopped)
3-5 leaves fresh basil
½ ounce simple syrup
½ ounce lemon juice
2 ounces bourbon whiskey
Fresh peach slices and/or fresh basil for garnish (optional)

Instructions

Add the chopped peach, basil leaves, simple syrup, and lemon juice to an empty cocktail shaker.
Muddle everything together using a muddler or wooden spoon.
Add the bourbon whiskey and ice cubes. Shake until well chilled.
Strain through a fine mesh strainer into a cocktail glass filled with ice. (You can skip the fine mesh strainer if you are okay with pulp or peach skin in your cocktail.)
Garnish with peach slices and/or fresh basil, if desired.

Notes

For a batch of 8 cocktails:

4 peaches, chopped
30-40 fresh basil leaves
½ cup simple syrup
½ cup lemon juice
2 cups bourbon whiskey

Muddle everything together in a large pitcher or container with a large wooden spoon. Stir very well. Strain through a fine mesh strainer into another large pitcher. Serve immediately over ice.

To make ahead:

Muddle everything except for the basil and strain as usual. Store in the fridge for up to 1 day in advance.
When ready to serve, lightly press the basil with a wooden spoon or rub between hands vigorously to release its aromas and oils, then add to the pitcher to serve.

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Nutrition

Calories: 215kcalCarbohydrates: 19gProtein: 1gFat: 0.2gSaturated Fat: 0.02gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.1gMonounsaturated Fat: 0.1gSodium: 18mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 17gVitamin A: 324IUVitamin C: 9mgCalcium: 8mgIron: 1mg

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