In honor of National Peach Month in August, we’re celebrating with some peachy cocktails, created with the world’s oldest cultivated fruit!
Indulge yourself all month long with these delicious peach cocktail recipes courtesy of Little Black Dress Wines and Van Gogh Vodka, followed by four peachy recipes from The Food Channel!
Peachy Diva
Created by Jonathan Pogash, The Cocktail Guru
Ingredients:
1 oz. Van Gogh Cool Peach Vodka
2 oz. LBD Chardonnay
1 oz. Limoncello
Squeeze of 1 lemon wedge
Method: Shake ingredients very well with ice and strain into a martini glass.
Minty Peach Martini
Created by Jonathan Pogash, The Cocktail Guru
Ingredients:
1 1/2 oz. Van Gogh Cool Peach Vodka
1/2 oz. Fresh Lemon Juice
1 Tsp. Agave Nectar
8-10 Mint Leaves
Method: Add ingredients to a mixing glass with ice and shake very well. Strain into a chilled cocktail glass and garnish a sprig of mint.
Earl of Canadian Peaches
Ingredients:
1 bottle (750ml) Tap 357 Canadian Maple Rye Whisky
1 bottle (750m) Van Gogh Cool Peach (infused with earl grey tea)*
10 oz. cinnamon syrup
10 oz. fresh lemon juice
10 oz. fresh grapefruit juice
20 dashes Boker’s bitters
Method: Add all of the above ingredients to a large punch bowl with plenty of ice (or a large block of ice). Stir for about 10-15 seconds to chill and dilute. Then ladle out into individual punch glasses. Garnish individual glasses with a peach slice and freshly grated nutmeg. The punch bowl can be decorated with sliced peaches and lemons, or cranberries.
Peachy Palmer
Ingredients:
2 oz. Van Gogh Cool Peach Vodka
2 oz. Iced Tea
2 oz. Lemonade
Method: Add all ingredients to a tall glass with ice and stir well. Garnish with fresh raspberries.
The Royal Peach
Created by Jonathan Pogash, The Cocktail Guru
Ingredients:
1-1/2 oz. Van Gogh Cool Peach Vodka
3/4 oz. Elderflower Liqueur
3-4 Dashes Angostura Bitters
Method: Stir ingredients with ice in a mixing glass and strain into a chilled cocktail glass. Garnish with a flamed orange peel.
Skinny Peach Cooler
Created by Sue Pietoso, Mixologist at Jasna Polana, Princeton, NJ
Ingredients:
2 oz. Van Gogh Cool Peach Vodka
3/4 oz. fresh lemon juice
3/4 oz. fresh lime juice
3/4 oz. Sugar-free sweetener syrup
1 oz. peach purée
2 basil leaves
1 oz. club soda
Method: Shake ingredients 1-6 vigorously with ice and pour into glass. Top with club soda. Garnish with a basil leaf.
*Keep scrolling to see our favorite recipes. They’ll leave you ‘peachless!’
French Toast with Peaches and Raspberries
Fresh peaches and raspberries are the perfect addition to the light sweetness of buttery french toast. Click here to get the full French Toast with Peaches and Raspberries Recipe.
Peach Bruschetta with Ricotta and Prosciutto
Grilled on a panini press, this appetizer comes together quickly, offering a delicious balance of flavors and textures. Click here to get the full Peach Bruschetta with Ricotta and Prosciutto Recipe.
Sour Cream Peach Tart
You’ve heard of peaches and cream, but how about peaches and sour cream baked into a tart? You’ve got to try it! Click here to get the full Sour Cream Peach Tart Recipe.
Dessert Peachiladas
A twist on the usual savory enchiladas, this delightful dessert is tangy, sweet and perfect for any occasion! Click here to get the full Peachilada Recipe.
Happy National Peach Month from The Food Channel!
