Peach Schnapps Recipe - Crunchy Creamy Sweet (2024)

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Homemade Peach Schnapps - a fruity liqueur for your summer co*cktails! You won't believe how easy it is to make!

Fruit drinks are perfect for any summer party! Try this schnapps, along with my Orange Creamsicle Mimosa and Strawberry Lemonade.

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My favorite summer fruit happens to be also my favorite co*cktail flavor. Peach! I can never tire of them! I wish they were in season all year long. One of my favorite summer margaritas is a combination of peaches and mango along with alcohol and it makes one fantastic co*cktail. Since peach schnapps is an important ingredient, I've had it on my try-to-make-it-at-home list for a while. This recipe requires fruit, high proof alcohol, like Everclear®, simple syrup and a tablespoon of lemon juice. Yep! Only 4 ingredients are needed to make this homemade peach schnapps! And that's not all. There is no need to wait for weeks for it to be ready to use. In two days the liqueur is ready to be added to the co*cktail mix and enjoyed.

Ingredients:

  • fresh peaches
  • strong alcohol, like everclear
  • lemon juice
  • sugar
  • water

How to make Peach Schnapps?

  • Combine peach slices, lemon juice and alcohol in a glass bottle.
  • Set aside for 24 hours.
  • Make simple syrup and add to liquor.
  • Set aside for 24 hours.

What kind of alcohol to use?

You will need a high proof alcohol, like Everclear. Regular vodka should work too.

Can I use other fruits?

Yes! Use any fruit you like. I want to make a blackberry, raspberry, and pineapple version too!

How long does it last?

You can keep this schnapps for months. I recommend straining is as soon as the peaches break down and the liquor turns pink. Discard the peach pulp and store schnapps in a dark space for several months.

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Homemade Peach Schnapps

Author: Anna

Homemade Peach Schnapps is a fruity liqueur for your summer co*cktails! You won't believe how easy it is to make!

5 from 10 votes

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Prep Time 5 minutes mins

Total Time 5 minutes mins

Ingredients

  • 1 cup alcohol I used Everclear
  • 2 large peaches washed, pitted and sliced
  • 1 Tablespoon lemon juice
  • ¾ cup water
  • ¾ cup suga

Instructions

  • Place sliced peaches in a tall glass container. Add alcohol and lemon juice. Let sit one day.

  • In a medium saucepan, mix together water and sugar and cook on medium heat until it boils. Boil for 30 seconds and remove from the heat. That's the simple syrup. Cool completely.

  • Add the simple syrup to the peaches and alcohol. Let sit one day.

  • Use in your favorite co*cktails!

Notes

  1. Please note, that the nutrition value can vary depending on what product you use. The information below is an estimate. Always use calorie counter you are familiar with.
  2. You can use other fruit to make this schnapps: strawberries, blueberries, pineapple, etc.

Nutrition

Calories: 156kcal | Carbohydrates: 22g | Sodium: 1mg | Potassium: 71mg | Sugar: 21g | Vitamin A: 120IU | Vitamin C: 3.2mg | Calcium: 2mg | Iron: 0.1mg

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  1. Susan says

    Do you have a recipe for peach schnapps using peach extract?

    Reply

  2. Jenni says

    I am so excited to make this! I am intending to hand out as gifts! (And of course, same some for myself and the hubby!) How long will this keep and does it need to be refrigerated?

    Reply

  3. Vickie says

    Peach Schnapps Recipe - Crunchy Creamy Sweet (9)
    How long does it last

    Reply

  4. Brenda says

    Peach Schnapps Recipe - Crunchy Creamy Sweet (10)
    How long will this keep? Does it need to be refrigerated?

    Reply

  5. Tiger says

    Peach Schnapps Recipe - Crunchy Creamy Sweet (11)
    How long does it keep?

    Reply

  6. lauren says

    Peach Schnapps Recipe - Crunchy Creamy Sweet (12)
    How long does it keep?

    Reply

  7. Lara says

    Peach Schnapps Recipe - Crunchy Creamy Sweet (13)
    Does this need to be strained ever?
    Also, how long does it keep if I don't use it often?
    Thanks!

    Reply

  8. Gerry Speirs says

    Peach Schnapps Recipe - Crunchy Creamy Sweet (14)
    Wow, this is amazing and such cool color too!

    Reply

  9. Medha @ Whisk & Shout says

    Peach Schnapps Recipe - Crunchy Creamy Sweet (15)
    Loving the natural flavors of this! So yum and sooo summery 🙂

    Reply

    • Anna@CrunchyCreamySweet says

      Thank you, Medha!

      Reply

  10. Sues says

    Peach Schnapps Recipe - Crunchy Creamy Sweet (16)
    This is so perfect!! I LOVE peaches, but really dislike artificial peach flavors, so I never drink peach schnapps. But with this, I think I'd love it!!

    Reply

    • Anna@CrunchyCreamySweet says

      I agree! Thanks, Sues!

      Reply

Peach Schnapps Recipe - Crunchy Creamy Sweet (2024)

FAQs

What is good to mix with peach schnapps? ›

A double serving of warm climate fruit gives you a sense of being out in the sun, great for mixing when you have friends over and want to create that holiday feeling.

How to make peach schnapps less sweet? ›

If you really want to mix it with something, I would recommend something along the lines of a lemon/lime soda or better yet an unsweetened fruit flavored seltzer to cut the sweetness of the schnapps.

What is the difference between peach schnapps and peach liqueur? ›

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..

What is the best mixer for schnapps? ›

Or on a sizzling summer day, why not mix some butterscotch schnapps with Coca-Cola? These two simple ingredients, when combined, taste like caramel. And finally, another popular way to enjoy schnapps in a drink is to mix them with iced tea. Mix in some vodka, ice cubes, peach schnapps and your favourite tea blend.

What drink is made from orange juice and peach schnapps? ›

A classic fuzzy navel co*cktail is simply made with equal quantities of peach schnapps and orange juice.

What can I add to alcohol to make it sweeter? ›

The Essential Guide to co*cktail Sweeteners
  1. White sugar. White sugar only adds sweetness and doesn't really contribute to flavour. ...
  2. Brown sugar. White sugar goes through a purifying process to remove molasses. ...
  3. Demerara sugar. ...
  4. Muscovado sugar. ...
  5. Honey. ...
  6. Maple syrup. ...
  7. Agave nectar. ...
  8. Ready-made syrups.
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How do you fix a drink that is too sweet? ›

If a drink is not sweet enough, it's a ridiculously simple fix: Add more of the syrup that you used in the original mix, or add a modifier or liqueur that is sweeter than it is boozy. On the other hand, if your co*cktail is too sweet, dry it out with a few dashes of the bitters of your choosing.

How do you make alcohol more sweet? ›

If you're looking for ways to make your alcoholic drink sweeter, adding some fruit is a great choice. Grapes, melons, and apples are excellent choices, but lemon and limes can be great with icy drinks. Buying fruit juice can be more cost-effective for this process.

Does peach schnapps go bad? ›

The shelf life of a liqueur (e.g., schnapps, amaretto, and triple sec) is more temperamental. These spirits contain sugar and other ingredients that can spoil, some are more problematic than others. Generally, you'll want to discard open bottles after about 18 months.

How much alcohol is in peach schnapps? ›

Referred to as "schnapps", these are bottled with an alcohol content typically between 15 and 20% ABV (30–40 proof), though some may be much higher. Schnapps, specifically peach and peppermint schnapps, exploded in popularity in America in the 1980s.

What's the difference between hairy and Fuzzy Navel? ›

The only difference between a Hairy Navel and Fuzzy Navel is in one ingredient: vodka. The Fuzzy Navel contains just Peach Schnapps and orange juice, while the Hairy Navel contains those two ingredients as well as vodka.

What to put with peach schnapps? ›

In a co*cktail shaker with ice, combine 1 1/2 ounces vodka, 3/4 ounce of peach schnapps, 3/4 ounce of freshly squeezed lemon juice, 3/4 ounce of 100 percent cranberry juice and a 1/4 ounce of simple syrup. Add a dash of orange bitters. Shake that all up and strain into a coupe. Garnish with a few cranberries.

Can you drink peach schnapps straight? ›

Instead, they're often enjoyed straight in a small cordial glass before or after a meal. Pouring schnaps over ice is an excellent option as well. The liqueur-type of schnapps is so sweet that it's best in mixed drink or shot recipes where the liqueur acts as both a flavoring ingredient and sweetener.

Is peach schnapps just vodka? ›

Most peach schnapps is made from a distilled brandy made from various fruits, including peaches. The alcohol content of peach schnapps can range from 40% to 80%, depending on where it's produced and how it's distilled.

Do you drink peach schnapps by itself? ›

The most popular Schnapps flavors are peach, peppermint, and butterscotch. While the traditional way to drink Schnapps is by itself, there are other creative mixing styles. Schnapps can easily be made into a refreshing mixed drink on a hot summer day, or a festive hot drink to sip on during the holiday seasons.

What tastes good with peach? ›

Peach flavor affinities: Almonds, hazelnuts, pecans; apricots, blackberries, blueberries, raspberries, cherries, red currants, plums, citrus fruits (lemon, lime, orange); basil, cinnamon basil, Mexican tarragon; cinnamon, cloves, ginger, vanilla; brown sugar, caramel, honey, maple syrup; bourbon, brandy, Cassis, ...

Is schnapps meant to be mixed? ›

Schnapps Flavors and Varieties

Fruit Schnapps: These are made from a variety of fruits, including apple, peach, and melon. They often have a sweet, fruity taste and are perfect for sipping on their own or mixing into co*cktails.

Is peach schnapps high in alcohol? ›

Referred to as "schnapps", these are bottled with an alcohol content typically between 15 and 20% ABV (30–40 proof), though some may be much higher. Schnapps, specifically peach and peppermint schnapps, exploded in popularity in America in the 1980s.

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