Ginger Peach Smash Cocktail Recipe
The Ginger Peach Smash is a refreshing summer drink that blends the sweetness of peaches with the spicy kick of ginger. This recipe guides you through making this tasty cocktail at home.
Equipment
- A muddler is key for crushing the peaches and releasing their flavor.
- A cocktail shaker helps mix the ingredients well.
- A strainer keeps fruit pulp out of the final drink.
- You'll also want a jigger or measuring cup for precise pours.
- A bar spoon helps stir the drink gently.
- For serving, pick a rocks glass or short tumbler.
Ingredients
Here's what you need for one cocktail:
- 2 ripe peach slices
- 2 oz bourbon whiskey
- 1 oz fresh lemon juice
- 0.5 oz ginger syrup or 3-4 thin slices fresh ginger
- 0.5 oz simple syrup
- Ice
- Mint sprig and peach slice for garnish
Feel free to adjust the sweetness by changing the amount of simple syrup.
Instructions
- Put peach slices and ginger (if using fresh) in the shaker. Then, muddle gently to release juices.
- Add bourbon, lemon juice, ginger syrup (if using), and simple syrup to the shaker.
- Fill the shaker with ice. Then, shake hard for 10-15 seconds.
- Fill a rocks glass with ice. Then, strain the cocktail into the glass.
- Garnish with a mint sprig and peach slice. Stir gently and enjoy your Ginger Peach Smash!
Notes
This recipe is easy to scale up for parties. You can make a big batch in a pitcher. Just muddle the peaches separately and strain out the pulp before mixing.
Try different spirits like vodka or rum for variety. White rum works well with the peach flavor.
For a non-alcoholic version, replace the bourbon with peach juice or nectar. Add a splash of ginger beer for extra zing.
Frozen peaches can work if fresh aren't available. Let them thaw a bit before muddling.