Indulge in the perfect harmony of sweet peaches and bold bourbon with this irresistible Peach Bourbon Cocktail recipe. It’s a refreshing and delightful drink that will transport you to summer paradise with every sip.
Bland cocktail recipes are a thing of the past with this Peach Bourbon Cocktail. This fresh cocktail is made with smooth bourbon, like this Mint Julep or Old Fashioned, grilled fresh peach slices, and fresh herbs like thyme!
This isn’t just a classic cocktail—it’s a peach bourbon smash that’ll make you feel like you’re lounging in a hammock on a warm summer day. So, gather your ingredients because this great drink will become your next summer staple!
What Is a Peach Bourbon Cocktail?
This sweet cocktail involves making homemade thyme simple syrup, grilling fresh peaches, and adding them to your favorite bourbon! Then, garnish with fresh ginger and thyme sprigs and enjoy sweet summer bliss in every sip.
What You Need to Make a Peach Bourbon Cocktail
For the Thyme Simple Syrup
- Fresh Thyme
- Sugar
- Water
For the Grilled Peach Cocktail
- Peaches – Ripe peaches give the best flavor.
- Non-Stick Cooking Spray (for grilling)
- Bourbon – Any good quality bourbon you can find.
- Thyme Simple Syrup
- Ginger Peach Drink – we find this at our local grocery store in the juice aisle.
For Garnish
- Fresh Ginger (thinly sliced)
- Fresh Thyme Sprigs
How to Make a Peach Bourbon Cocktail
Make the Thyme Simple Syrup
- In a heavy-bottomed pot, add the sugar and water. Place the thyme in as well and heat over medium-high heat until the sides just start to bubble.
- Reduce heat to medium, medium-low if needed, and stir until the sugar dissolves. Allow to sit for a few minutes off heat and pour into a resealable airtight jar to store. The simple syrup can be made several days ahead and stored in the fridge until ready to use.
Make the Grilled Peach Ginger Cocktails
- Slice and pit the peaches. Oil your cooking grates well and prep the grill for medium-high heat. Grill the peaches until charred on all sides. Remove from heat.
- If making a big batch, stir the peaches with ice in a pitcher. Add bourbon, simple syrup, and peach ginger drink in a 2:1:1 ratio, taste testing as needed. For a large pitcher, I would add 2 parts peach ginger drink to one part bourbon to a splash or two of the sweet syrup, taste, and adjust accordingly.
- For a single glass, 2 parts bourbon, 1 part syrup, and 1 part peach ginger drink over fresh ice.
- Garnish with thin slices of ginger and thyme sprigs. Sip and enjoy.
What to Serve With a Peach Bourbon Cocktail
Bourbon cocktails pair perfectly with fattier dishes like this Bacon Wrapped Meatloaf or London Broil with Herb Butter. Or you can totally pair this cocktail with lighter fare such as this Tarragon Chicken to balance everything out!
Expert Tips
- Add seasonal fruit like strawberries and blueberries for even more fruity goodness!
- Use peach whiskey for even more peach flavor!
- Add a splash of ginger beer or club soda for extra fizz!
- Use spicy bourbon instead of regular bourbon if you like spicier cocktails!
Recipe FAQs
We recommend fresh peaches for the best flavor and texture, but you can use frozen peaches if that’s all you have. Just make sure to thaw them before grilling to achieve that delicious smoky flavor!
Absolutely! While bourbon is the traditional choice for this cocktail, you can experiment with other types of whiskey based on your personal preference. For example, rye whiskey or even Irish whiskey can add unique flavors to the drink.
Yes! The garnish of fresh ginger slices and thyme sprigs adds an extra touch of flavor and visual appeal, but it’s totally optional. Feel free to remove or substitute it with other garnishes, like a lemon twist or a peach slice.
Yes, you can! Just replace the bourbon with a non-alcoholic alternative like ginger ale or sparkling water. Then, adjust the sweetness by using more thyme simple syrup!
Absolutely! We recommend making your Peach Bourbon Cocktail fresh as it preserves the flavors, but you can prep some components ahead of time. For example, you can grill the peaches and make the Thyme Simple Syrup beforehand, then assemble the cocktail just before serving to ensure the best taste experience.
No worries! A mason jar with a lid works just fine!
More Cocktail Recipes to Try
This peach bourbon cocktail is the perfect way to cool down on a hot summer night. With the smoothness of bourbon whiskey and the sweetness of grilled peaches, it’s a match made in cocktail heaven. So grab your glass, take a sip, and let the flavors transport you to the perfect summer oasis. Also, please rate the recipe card and leave a comment below to help out the next reader!
Grilled Peach Bourbon Cocktail Recipe
AmericanIngredients
For the Thyme Simple Syrup
- 10 sprigs fresh Thyme
- 1 cup Sugar
- 1 cup Water
For the Grilled Peach Cocktail
- 3 to 4 Peaches
- Non-stick cooking spray - for grilling
- Bourbon
- Thyme Simple Syrup
- Ginger Peach Drink
For Garnish
- 1 tbs fresh ginger - thinly sliced
- Fresh thyme sprigs
Instructions
Make the Thyme Simple Syrup
- In a heavy bottomed pot, add the sugar and water.
- Place the thyme in as well and heat over medium high heat until the sides just start to bubble.
- Reduce heat to medium, medium low if needed, and stir, until the sugar dissolves.
- Allow to sit for a few minutes off heat and pour into a resealable airtight jar to store.
- The simple syrup can be made several days ahead and stored in the fridge until ready to use.
Make the Grilled Peach Ginger Cocktails
- Slice and pit the peaches.
- Oil your cooking grates well and prep the grill for medium high heat.
- Grill the peaches, until charred on all sides. Remove from heat.
- For a single glass, 2 parts bourbon, 1 part syrup, 1 part peach ginger drink over ice.
- Garnish with thin slices of ginger and thyme sprigs. Sip and enjoy.
Batch Instructions
- If making a big batch, stir the peaches, with ice in a pitcher. Add bourbon, simple syrup, and peach and ginger drink in an 2 to 1 to 1 ratio, taste testing as needed. For a large pitcher, I would add 2 parts peach ginger drink to one part bourbon to a splash or two of the syrup, taste and adjust accordingly.
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Nutrition
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I ADORE your photography in this post! I also adore bourbon and peaches and just happen to have both on hand! This recipe looks amazeballs, great job!
This cocktail looks so refreshing and smooth!!
This cocktails sounds amazing! And your photography is the bomb.
You have such beautiful pictures!
I am in love with the flavors in this cocktail!
Peaches and ginger sounds amazing!
It has peach ginger drink as an ingedient? How do I make or get that??
Hey hey Kate! I am seeing these in markets – in the juice aisle. Otherwise, I would infuse ginger with peach juice.