Summertime Peach Thyme Smash

This delightful cocktail, the Summertime Peach Thyme Smash, is a refreshing and flavorful concoction that captures the essence of summer. It combines the sweetness of ripe peaches with the tartness of lemon, complemented by the aromatic touch of thyme. The addition of bourbon and Grand Marnier lends a rich depth of flavor to this near-foolproof cocktail, making it perfect for sipping on warm, sunny days.

Summertime Peach Thyme Smash

A refreshing and flavorful cocktail that captures the essence of summer, combining ripe peaches, lemon, thyme, bourbon, and Grand Marnier for a delightful sipping experience.

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Prep Time 5 mins
Total Time 5 mins

Ingredients

  • 1 ripe peach, sliced
  • 2 lemon wedges
  • 1/2 oz simple syrup
  • 1/2 oz Grand Marnier
  • 2 oz bourbon
  • Thyme sprig, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Reserve 2 peach slices for garnish.
  2. In a mixing glass, combine the remaining peach slices, lemon wedges, and simple syrup.
  3. Muddle the peaches, lemon, and syrup until the peaches are broken down and the lemon is juiced.
  4. Fill the mixing glass with ice.
  5. Pour the Grand Marnier and bourbon over ice and stir to chill.
  6. Fill a drinking glass with ice.
  7. Strain the whiskey smash over ice using a fine strainer.
  8. Garnish with the reserved peach slices and a sprig of thyme to serve.