Smashed Peach Bourbon Delight
This delightful Bourbon Peach Smash is a refreshing and crowd-pleasing cocktail, perfect for warm summer days. Made with fresh peaches, basil, and a hint of lemon, it's a simple yet sophisticated drink with a delightful balance of sweet, tart, and herbal flavors. The bourbon adds a smooth and warming touch, making it an ideal cocktail for entertaining or simply relaxing outdoors.
Smashed Peach Bourbon Delight
A refreshing and delightful cocktail made with fresh peaches, basil, lemon, and bourbon, perfect for summer days.
Prep Time
5 mins
Total Time
5 mins
Ingredients
- 1/4 peach, sliced (plus more for garnish)
- 2 basil leaves
- 1/2 ounce brown sugar simple syrup
- 1/2 ounce lemon juice
- 2 ounces bourbon
- Ice
Instructions
- In a bar shaker, add the sliced peach and gently muddle to release the juices.
- Add the basil leaves to the shaker and muddle gently to release the flavors.
- Pour in the brown sugar simple syrup, lemon juice, and bourbon, and add a handful of ice.
- Cover the shaker and shake well until the drink is thoroughly chilled.
- Fill a glass with ice and strain the cocktail into the glass. Optionally, double strain if less peach pulp is desired.
- Garnish with peach slices and basil leaves.