Ingredients (per cocktail):
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2 oz bourbon (something solid like Maker’s Mark or Woodford Reserve)
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1 ripe peach, peeled and diced (or 2-3 tbsp peach puree if fresh isn’t handy)
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3/4 oz simple syrup (equal parts sugar and water, dissolved and cooled)
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1/2 oz fresh lemon juice
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4-5 fresh mint leaves (plus extra for garnish)
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Club soda (optional, for a lighter fizz)
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Ice (crushed or cubed)
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Peach slice or mint sprig (for garnish)
Instructions:
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Muddle the Base:
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In a cocktail shaker or sturdy glass, muddle the diced peach, mint leaves, and simple syrup together until the peach is broken down and juicy. You want a pulpy mix, not a puree.
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Mix the Drink:
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Add the bourbon and lemon juice to the muddled mixture. Fill the shaker with ice, then shake hard for 10-15 seconds to chill and blend the flavors.
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Serve:
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Strain into a rocks glass filled with fresh ice (use a fine strainer if you want less peach pulp, or double strain for a cleaner pour).
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Top with a splash of club soda if you like a bit of fizz (optional—keep it short to not dilute the bourbon too much).
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Garnish with a peach slice and a mint sprig.
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Tips:
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Batch it for a crowd: Multiply the ingredients, muddle in a big pitcher, shake in batches, and serve over ice.
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No fresh peaches? Frozen (thawed) or a good peach liqueur (like Giffard) can sub in—use 1 oz liqueur and skip the simple syrup.
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Pair it with your sweet tea as a non-alcoholic chaser for balance.
