Peach Basil Smash

Peach Basil Smash

Ingredients

  • 50 ml bourbon
  • 20 ml fresh peach purée
  • 20 ml fresh lemon juice
  • 10 ml honey syrup
  • 5–6 fresh basil leaves

Tools Needed

  1. Cocktail shaker

2. Jigger

3. Muddler

4. Strainer

5. Rocks glass

Instructions

1️⃣ Muddle — 20 sec
Muddle basil leaves at the bottom of a shaker to release the aroma.

2️⃣ Shake — 30 sec
Add bourbon, peach purée, lemon juice, and honey syrup. Fill the shaker with ice and shake vigorously.

3️⃣ Strain — 15 sec
Strain into a rocks glass filled with fresh ice.

4️⃣ Garnish — 10 sec
Add a basil sprig and a peach slice to garnish.

Tips & Notes

  • Fresh peaches give the best purée. If unavailable, use peach nectar.
  • Adjust honey syrup to taste, depending on how sweet the peaches are.
  • Use a strong, smooth bourbon to balance the sweetness of the peach and honey.

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