Summer Sunset: Refreshing Peach Whiskey Cocktail
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Ingredients
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90 ml Blended Scotch Whiskey
(Choose a smooth blended Scotch for best flavor)
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80 ml Fresh peach puree
(Puree fresh peeled peaches until smooth)
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30 ml Fresh Lemon Juice
(Use fresh squeezed for optimal zing)
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15 ml Honey syrup
(Mix equal parts honey and warm water until dissolved)
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6 leaves Mint leaves
(Fresh leaves for muddling and garnish)
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150 grams Crushed Ice
(For chilling the drink)
(Choose a smooth blended Scotch for best flavor)
(Puree fresh peeled peaches until smooth)
(Use fresh squeezed for optimal zing)
(Mix equal parts honey and warm water until dissolved)
(Fresh leaves for muddling and garnish)
(For chilling the drink)
Nutrition
- Servings: 2
- Serving Size: 1 glass (about 250ml)
- Calories: 210 kcal
- Carbohydrates: 15 g
- Protein: 0.4 g
- Fat: 0 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Sugar: 14 g
- Sodium: 5 mg
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
- Calcium: 10 mg
- Iron: 0.2 mg
Instructions
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1 - Muddle Mint:
In a cocktail shaker, lightly muddle 4 mint leaves to release essential oils and aroma.
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2 - Add Liquids and Ice:
Add the whiskey, fresh peach puree, lemon juice, and honey syrup to the shaker. Fill with crushed ice.
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3 - Shake Shake Shake:
Secure the shaker lid and shake vigorously for about 15 seconds until well mixed and chilled.
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4 - Strain and Serve:
Strain the mixture into two chilled glasses filled with fresh crushed ice. Garnish each with a mint leaf and a thin peach slice.
In a cocktail shaker, lightly muddle 4 mint leaves to release essential oils and aroma.
Add the whiskey, fresh peach puree, lemon juice, and honey syrup to the shaker. Fill with crushed ice.
Secure the shaker lid and shake vigorously for about 15 seconds until well mixed and chilled.
Strain the mixture into two chilled glasses filled with fresh crushed ice. Garnish each with a mint leaf and a thin peach slice.
More About: Summer Sunset: Refreshing Peach Whiskey Cocktail
Summer Sunset Cocktail Recipe
The Summer Sunset cocktail is a nod to the warm English summer evenings, blending the rich maltiness of Scotch whiskey with the juicy sweetness of fresh peach puree. This refreshing drink creates layers of comforting flavors with the bright Citrus tang of lemon juice beautifully balanced by the soothing notes of fresh mint. It’s perfect for beginners eager to try a sophisticated yet approachable cocktail.
Tips & Notes
- When preparing peach puree, choose ripe peaches for sweet aromatic flavor.
- Lightly muddling mint releases aromas without overpowering.
- Honey syrup adds soft natural sweetness; adjust according to taste.
- Use crushed ice to chill drinks quickly and enhance texture.
Cultural Significance
Though whiskey is a celebrated spirit from Scotland, blending it with fresh fruit aligns with contemporary English summer drinking trends, combining local tastes with classic spirits.
Unique Aspects
This cocktail offers an inviting balance of sweetness, citrus freshness, and the smoky warmth of whiskey – evoking the beautiful gradient of colors at sunset, from golden orange to soft pink, making it as pleasing visually as it is taste-wise.
Overall, this Summer Sunset is a charming, easy-to-make drink good for casual summer get-togethers or intimate evenings, combining tradition with lighthearted innovation.
