Peach Cocktails

Published: July 2, 2025 | Last Updated: June 27, 2025
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Soak up summer with one of these Peach Cocktails in hand. They’re sweet, refreshing and perfect for parties!

Glass pitcher and two round glasses filled with peach iced tea, garnished with peach slices and mint leaves, placed on woven coasters with a fresh peach and mint nearby.

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Your ultimate guide to peach cocktails

Ah, peaches. These sweet treats are one of the highlights of summer that I look forward to every year! Whether it’s snacking on one while sitting on the porch, making baked peaches, using them in a cobbler or giving my sipper a fruity twist, I make the most of peach season!

Peaches are packed with fruity flavor, which makes them perfect for cocktails of all kinds. Their sweetness translates to tasty drinks that are refreshing on even the hottest day and they compliment all different kinds of booze.

Whether that peachy goodness takes a starring role in a drink all its own or transforms a classic cocktail, these are sure to become some of your favorite summertime sips.

Three ripe peaches with reddish-orange skin are placed closely together on a white surface, perfect for making refreshing peach cocktails.

Best peaches for drinks

Do you have a favorite peach? Personally I love a basket of fresh peaches from the farmer’s market. Whatever your favorite peach is, it will work for peachy sippers!

Free stone peaches are the easiest to work with. The flesh of these peaches isn’t attached to the pit, making it easy to remove. You’ll have to work a little harder on the other varieties but they still provide sunny summary flavor! Even nectarines will work, giving your drinks a touch of tang that other varieties of peaches don’t have.

Typically I recommend using fresh ingredients for the most flavorful drinks. The same holds true for these peach delights — your fruit will be perfectly ripe when they are slightly soft when you squeeze to peel and slice. If you have a few that are overripe and too soft to eat, those are ideal for peach simple syrup. When you use fresh peaches, you can also reserve a slice or two to use as a garnish.

In a pinch, or in the off season, you can use frozen peaches to capture the peach flavor. That way you can enjoy one of these sippers anytime the mood strikes.

Two glasses of iced tea with large ice cubes and peach slices, accompanied by a whole peach, mint leaves, and wooden board with peach slices on a white background.

What to serve with Peach Cocktails

Keep the fruit flavor going by serving up delicacies that are guaranteed crowd pleasers!

Peach salsa with a side of homemade tortilla chips makes for a great appetizer or snack. Add a bowl of pineapple salsa to hit every taste bud!

A bowl of sliced peaches are always a favorite summertime dessert. Add a topping of homemade whipped cream or vanilla ice cream and you’re ready to enjoy. Need something to cool off? Peach popsicles are the way to go!

The best Peach Cocktails

Take advantage of peach season with one of these delicious drinks:

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mint leaves on a peach whiskey smash

Peach Whiskey Smash

The flavor of this Peach Whiskey Smash strikes a perfect balance between bold and juicy. Peach syrup adds a fresh sweetness that rounds out the whiskey’s edge. It’s a simple, satisfying drink that feels a little special without much effort.

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A closeup view of a glass with gold stars containing a sparkling yellow beverages. A peach slice, blackberry and mint sprig garnish the glass.

Peach Bellini

A Peach Bellini is bubbly, fruity and just the right amount of sweet. The peach nectar gives it a soft, velvety texture that plays well with sparkling wine. It’s one of those drinks that makes brunch feel instantly more fun.

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a frozen peach daiquiri on a wooden coaster

Frozen Peach Daiquiris

Blending up a Frozen Peach Daiquiri is one of the easiest ways to cool off with style. The icy texture makes it ultra refreshing, while the peach keeps it smooth and sweet. It’s a great pick for hot days when you still want something balanced.

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Three glasses of peach iced tea with mint leaves sit on woven coasters, accompanied by fresh peaches and a pitcher of the beverage.

Peach Sangria

Peach Sangria is a pitcher cocktail that’s made for sharing. Fresh fruit and white wine create a juicy base and the peach brings a mellow sweetness that ties it all together. Serve it chilled for a laid-back afternoon with friends.

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Peach Zombie Cocktail

A peachy twist on the tiki classic, the Peach Zombie Cocktail is bold, fruity and full of island vibes. Swapping in peach adds a soft sweetness to balance the rum and spice. It’s the kind of drink you mix when you’re dreaming of a beach — even if you’re landlocked.

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Two tea shots in clear mugs garnished with orange wedges next to a white teapot.

Orange Tea Shot

The Orange Tea Shot may be small, but it brings a surprising amount of flavor. A little sweet, a little citrusy and a little strong — it checks all the boxes. The peach schnapps softens the edges and makes it go down easy.

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A glass of iced cocktail garnished with a lime wedge and a sugared rim, placed on a white surface with a green bowl and a patterned napkin nearby.

Peach Margarita

The Peach Margarita is sweet, bright and bursting with flavor. Fresh or frozen peaches bring a sunny twist to the classic tequila cocktail. It works just as well over ice as it does blended into a frosty slush.

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Clear glass with a textured pattern, containing an old fashioned cocktail made with a large ice cube and an orange peel garnish. A peach and a wooden board with peach slices are beside the glass.

Peach Old-Fashioned

In this Peach Old-Fashioned, juicy stone fruit mellows out the boldness of bourbon. The flavor is smooth with just enough sweetness to keep things interesting. It’s a modern riff that still feels rooted in tradition.

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A glass of orange juice with a mint sprig.

Fuzzy Navel

A Fuzzy Navel is simple, nostalgic and refreshingly peachy. The mix of orange juice and peach schnapps is low-effort but crowd-pleasing. This one’s perfect for easy sipping any time of day.

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Overhead view of fresh peaches, two cocktails garnished with peach slices, a muddler, a spoon, and a checkered cloth on a dark surface.

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Peach Highball Cocktail

This Peach Highball Cocktail is a breezy summer riff on a classic whiskey highball. Fresh peach gives it a juicy lift that pairs perfectly with spicy ginger ale. It’s crisp, easy to sip and the kind of drink that quietly sneaks up on you.

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Two tall glasses of iced peach lemonade with lemon slices, peach slices, and mint leaves on top, placed on woven coasters. A fresh peach is visible in the background.

Peach Lemonade

Peach Lemonade is sweet, tart and endlessly drinkable. The peach flavor softens the sharpness of the lemon for a smooth, balanced sip. It’s great on its own or spiked with a splash of vodka or bourbon.

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White Gummy Bear Shot

This sweet little shot tastes almost exactly like the candy. Peach schnapps, citrus and a splash of soda make it light and fun without being too sugary. It’s always a hit at parties and feels a little nostalgic in the best way.

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A copper mug filled with an iced beverage garnished with a peach slice and mint leaves, with a metal straw. Another similar mug, peach slices, and a whole peach are in the background.

Peach Mule

The Peach Mule brings together ginger’s bold spice and peach’s mellow sweetness in a really satisfying way. The result is fizzy, fruity and just a little bit zippy. It’s a fun twist on a classic that still feels refreshing.

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A glass of iced pink blackberry peach bramble, garnished with a blackberry and peach slice, with blackberries and a peach in the background.

Blackberry Peach Gin Smash

The Blackberry Peach Gin Smash is a gorgeous cocktail with layers of berry and stone fruit flavor. The combination is fruity but never too sweet. It’s an easy way to make something that looks impressive without a ton of effort.

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Two tall glasses of iced tea with peach slices and mint sprigs, featuring gold polka dot patterns, are on a light surface next to a pitcher of iced tea and whole peaches.

Peach Iced Tea

The flavor here is classic iced tea with a juicy peach upgrade. It’s lightly sweet and ultra refreshing, especially on a warm day. Serve it over plenty of ice with a lemon wedge if you’re feeling fancy.

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Two tall glasses of peach-colored slush with green striped straws, each garnished with a peach slice; a whole peach is on the side.

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Peach Bourbon Slush

The Peach Bourbon Slush is a frozen favorite made for summer entertaining. It blends seasonal fruit with bourbon for a smooth, boozy treat that’s easy to batch. Make a pitcher, stash it in the freezer and you're ready for happy hour.

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A cocktail in a glass with a slice of peach and a blackberry on the rim, placed on a wooden coaster. There are more peaches and blackberries in the blurred background.

Blackberry Peach Whiskey Sour

Blackberries and peaches make the ultimate Whiskey Sour. It's punchy and sweet, and tastes like a visit to the farmers market on a Saturday.

About Susannah

Susannah Brinkley Henry is the founder of Feast + West, a cocktail blog featuring creative, budget-friendly drinks and hosting ideas. A graphic designer with bartending school training, she shares cocktails, mocktails, appetizers and desserts for easy, stylish entertaining. Her work has been featured by Southern Living, Buzzfeed, The Huffington Post and Mashable, and she was a finalist in the Saveur Blog Awards. Susannah is also a publisher on MSN and has appeared on local news segments sharing seasonal drinks. She lives in Charlotte, N.C., where she brings Southern charm and global inspiration to every pour. Read more.

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