Muddled Bourbon Peach Smash
A refreshing smash combining ripe peaches with bourbon and fresh mint, ideal for summer sipping or casual gatherings. This recipe, ready in about 7 minutes, brings together bourbon whiskey, ripe peach slices, fresh mint leaves for a refreshing, crowd-pleasing drink — a bright, easy pour for parties, gatherings, or any warm-weather afternoon when you want something festive without alcohol-only options. Each serving lands at about 200 calories and feeds 1, so it works for entertaining, brunch, or a non-alcoholic option at the bar cart. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 2 oz bourbon whiskey
- 3 ripe peach slices
- 6 fresh mint leaves
- 3/4 oz fresh lemon juice
- 1/2 oz simple syrup
- 2 oz club soda
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Instructions
- Step 1: In a mixing glass, add 3 peach slices and 6 fresh mint leaves. Gently muddle with a muddler about 8-10 times to release juices without pulverizing.
- Step 2: Add 2 oz bourbon whiskey, 3/4 oz fresh lemon juice, and 1/2 oz simple syrup.
- Step 3: Fill the mixing glass halfway with ice cubes and stir gently for 20 seconds to chill and combine.
- Step 4: Strain the mixture into a rocks glass filled with crushed ice.
- Step 5: Top with 2 oz club soda and stir briefly to lift the mint and peach aroma.
- Step 6: Garnish with a sprig of mint and a thin peach slice on the rim.
