Smashed Peach Bourbon Delight

This delightful bourbon peach smash is a frosty and invigorating cocktail that's perfect for enjoying on a warm summer evening. Inspired by a visit to Wiggly Bridge Distillery in York, Maine, this drink combines the sweetness of ripe peaches and the warmth of bourbon, all enhanced by the refreshing touch of mint and ginger beer.

Smashed Peach Bourbon Delight

A refreshing bourbon cocktail infused with the flavors of ripe peaches and fresh mint, perfect for a hot summer night.

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Prep Time 5 mins
Total Time 5 mins

Ingredients

  • 1/2 to 1 ounce brown sugar simple syrup
  • 1/2 large peach, diced (about 1/2 cup)
  • 3-4 large mint leaves
  • 2 ounces bourbon
  • splash of ginger beer or chilled seltzer water
  • ice
  • fresh mint and peach slices for garnish

Instructions

  1. Combine diced peaches, mint leaves, and simple syrup in the bottom of a cocktail shaker. Gently muddle to release the peach juices and mint oils, being careful not to over-muddle the mint.
  2. Add bourbon to the shaker, fill it with ice, and shake until well-chilled.
  3. Strain the mixture into a rocks glass filled with fresh ice.
  4. Top with ginger beer or seltzer water and garnish with fresh mint sprigs and a peach slice.