Peach schnapps sounds so much more exotic than mere "peach liqueur" but that's exactly what peach schnapps is, a clear peach liqueur that due to the "schnapps" moniker sounds much more alcoholic than its actual strength of 20 to 25% alc./vol..
In the 1980s peach schnapps was the essential ingredient in many of the most popular co*cktails, many of which endure to this day, including the Fuzzy Navel, Iguana Wana, Woo Woo, and what Tom Cruise's character in the 1988 film co*cktail poetically calls, "The Sex on the Beach, the schnapps made of peach."
Don't let Tom Cruise put you off; peach schnapps is packed with fragrant peach flavour delivered in a clear, so very mixable liqueur that combines brilliantly with bourbon, rum, citrus and tea – combinations employed in many of the co*cktails below.
Peach Tea
With: Aged rum, cognac, Peachtree peach schnapps liqueur, cold black tea, lemon juice and sugar syrup.
We say: Black tea tannins and sour citrus juice balance rich fruit peach in this long rum and cognac-laced co*cktail.
Peach Me
With: Bourbon, Peachtree peach schnapps liqueur and orange bitters.
We say: A whiskey-forward, Old Fashioned-style sipping co*cktail that demonstrates just how harmoniously bourbon and peach sit together.
Peach Old-fashioned (Wisconsin-style)
With: Muddled maraschino cherry and orange wedge, bourbon, Peachtree peach schnapps liqueur and orange bitters.
We say: A peach-influenced bourbon old-fashioned served Wisconsin-style.
Peach Daiquiri
With: Light rum, Peachtree peach schnapps liqueur and lime juice.
We say: A classic Daiquiri with fragrant peach liqueur replacing sugar.
Bellini
With: Peach puree, Peachtree peach schnapps liqueur, lemon juice and prosecco.
We say: It's hard not to like this blend of peaches and sparkling wine. Lemon juice adds balance and a citrusy bite while peach schnapps boosts peachy flavour.
Missionary's Downfall
With: Fresh mint, gold rum, Peachtree peach schnapps liqueur, honey syrup, pineapple juice and lime juice.
We say: The clarity and clean flavour of peach schnapps makes it a perfect substitute for the peach brandy classically used to make a Missionary's Downfall.
Bellini Peach Spritz
With: Prosecco, peach puree, lemon juice, Peachtree peach schnapps liqueur and soda.
We say: Basically a Bellini served on-the-rocks.
Bellini-Tini
With: Vodka, Peachtree peach schnapps liqueur, peach puree and peach bitters.
We say: Peachy! Based on the Bellini, funnily enough.
Aku Aku
With: Light rum, Peachtree peach schnapps liqueur, pineapple juice, sugar syrup, lime juice and mint leaves
We Say: This Tiki classic looks a little like frozen stagnant pond water but tastes minty fresh and rather good.
Bermuda co*cktail
With: Dry gin, Peachtree peach schnapps liqueur, orange juice and grenadine.
We says: Gin with a sweetening touch of peach, orange and pomegranate. A recipe from Victor Bergeron's 1972 Trader Vic's Bartender's Guide.
Fizzy Peachtree
With: Peachtree peach schnapps liqueur, lime juice and soda water.
We Say: As the name suggests, sparkling peach with delicate lime notes. Light and refreshing.
Hairy Navel
With: Vodka, Peachtree peach schnapps liqueur and orange juice.
We Say: A Screwdriver with added peach schnapps liqueur. It's fruity and on the sweet side of balanced - much tastier than a Fuzzy Navel.
Iguana Wana
With: Vodka, Peachtree peach schnapps liqueur and orange juice.
We Say: Orange juice and peach schnapps, laced with vodka.
Jelly Belly Beany
With: Light rum, Peachtree peach schnapps liqueur, coconut rum liqueur, orange bitters and chilled water.
We Say: It's a sweetie but you're going to enjoy chewing on it.
With: Prosecco, Peachtree peach schnapps liqueur, apricot brandy and soda water.
We Say: This prosecco-based spritz is fruity but not overly sweet. Peach and apricot sit brilliantly with the sparkling wine, think Bellini with a hint of apricot.
Sex on the Beach
With: Peachtree peach schnapps liqueur, orange juice, pineapple juice, vodka, cranberry juice and black raspberry liqueur.
We Say: Sweet fruitiness masks the alcohol in this easy drinking long co*cktail.
Slow Comfortable Fuzzy Screw Against the Wall
With: Vodka, Spirit of Louisiana, sloe gin, Peachtree peach schnapps liqueur, orange juice and Galliano.
We say: Peach schnapps is borrowed from the Fuzzy Navel to influence this member of the Slow Comfortable family.
Woo Woo
With: Vodka, Peachtree peach schnapps liqueur, cranberry juice and peach bitters.
We say: Fruity, cranberry laced with vodka and sweet peach liqueur. A quaffable co*cktail from the 1980s.
Fruity Sex on the Beach
With: Vodka, peachtree peach schnapps, black raspberry liqueur, orange juice, cranberry juice and pineapple juice.
We say: An infamous co*cktail during the 1980s.
Georgia Mint Julep
With: Mint leaves, bourbon, peach schnapps, sugar syrup, Angostura-style bitters and soda water.
We say: Bourbon, peach and mint flavours combine harmoniously in this cooling co*cktail.
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