Sweet summer peaches and smooth bourbon create a perfect match in this refreshing cocktail.
The Bourbon Peach Fizz combines fresh peach puree, bourbon, simple syrup, and sparkling water for a light and bubbly drink that’s ready in under 5 minutes.
This drink works great for backyard parties, summer gatherings, or relaxing on the porch.
The natural sweetness of ripe peaches balances the warm oak notes of bourbon.
Make this cocktail year-round by using frozen peaches when fresh ones aren’t in season.
The recipe makes one drink but can be scaled up to serve a crowd.
Bourbon Peach Fizz Cocktail Recipe
Equipment
Ingredients
- 2 oz bourbon
- 1 ripe peach sliced
- ½ fresh lemon juice
- ½ oz simple syrup
- Club soda
- Ice cubes
- Peach slice and mint sprig for garnish
Instructions
- After that, shake vigorously for 15 seconds to chill and combine ingredients.
- Strain the mixture into a Collins glass filled with fresh ice.
- Finally, garnish with a fresh peach slice and mint sprig.
Notes
Tasting Notes
This bourbon peach fizz offers a perfect mix of sweet and tangy flavors. The smooth bourbon brings vanilla and oak notes, while fresh peaches add natural sweetness and bright fruitiness.
The carbonation creates tiny bubbles that dance on the tongue, making each sip light and refreshing. A gentle citrus kick from the lemon juice balances the sweetness of the peach syrup.
The drink starts with bourbon’s warmth, followed by ripe peach flavors in the middle. It ends with a crisp, bubbly finish that leaves a subtle honey-like sweetness.
Key Flavor Notes:
- Front: Caramel, vanilla, oak
- Middle: Sweet peach, honey
- Finish: Citrus, effervescent
The cocktail’s golden-amber color catches the light beautifully, with a slight peachy hue. Fresh peach garnish adds an inviting aroma that enhances the drinking experience.
