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This bourbon peach slush is the perfect summer frozen cocktail! You only need 4 ingredients and 5 minutes to make this boozy peach cocktail. It’s great for entertaining or enjoying poolside on a hot day.
Peaches always remind me of summer and what better way to use them than in a refreshing cocktail. When I’m not making this peach slush, I’m adding them to my peach rosé sangria. I always stock up on Colorado’s fresh peaches before the season ends and freeze them following the steps I’ve listed below. This way I can have one of these slushes anytime I’m in the mood!
Frozen cocktails are so refreshing on a hot summer day. My frozen espresso martini is another personal favorite. They’re perfect for sipping on the patio, in the pool, or wherever you’re enjoying a lazy summer day. I’m not a big fan of overly sweet cocktails, which is why I love this bourbon cocktail so much. It’s sweet from the peaches and ginger beer and from there you can leave it as is or add additional sugar for sweetness.
Ingredient Notes and Substitutions
Peaches – Use the ripest, sweetest peaches for the best flavor. If peaches don’t looks so good, you can substitute with nectarines. Frozen peaches can be used, you don’t have to freeze fresh peaches.
Ginger beer – Ginger beer is sweet, carbonated, and non-alcoholic. I like to use the Fever Tree brand when I make these because of the bold ginger flavor.
Bourbon – Bourbon or whiskey can be used for this cocktail. Use a brand that you like to drink.
Lime – Fresh lime juice adds a pop of tart citrus flavor that plays well with the sweet peaches and ginger beer.
Sugar – If you like a sweeter cocktail you may want to add a tablespoon or so of granulated sugar. Taste before adding the sugar, ginger beer is typically very sweet.
Tips for Making The Best Bourbon Peach Slush
- Use a bourbon you like the taste of. You don’t have to use a top shelf bourbon, but it should be one you like to drink. I love Breckenridge Bourbon.
- Use sweet ripe peaches. For the best peach slush the peaches need to have great flavor. Using underripe or mealy peaches is going to result in a weak peach flavor and needing to add extra sugar.
- You don’t need to peel the peaches, unless you want to. Since this is a blended cocktail, the peach skin gets pulverized and you won’t notice the taste or texture. I love the flecks of reddish-peach color that it adds to the drink.
Bourbon Peach Slush FAQs
Can I use ginger ale instead of ginger beer?
Yes. The ginger flavor won’t be as strong, but it can definitely be used as a replacement.
How can I make this a mocktail?
To turn this cocktail into a mocktail, simply omit the bourbon and replace it with additional ginger beer.
Does ginger beer have alcohol in it?
Despite the name, ginger beer does not have alcohol in it.
What type of bourbon is best for this frozen cocktail?
Use a bourbon that you enjoy drinking. A few of my favorites are Breckenridge Bourbon Whiskey, Old Foster, Laws, and Four Roses.
The Best Way to Freeze Peaches
- Cut a small, shallow ‘x’ in the skin of the peach. Blanch the peaches in boiling water for about 30 seconds. Immediately place them in ice water.
- Peel the skin off of the peaches, remove the pits and slice them.
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and lay the slices in a single layer on it.
- Place the baking sheet in the freezer and flash freeze them for a couple hours.
- Store the peaches in an airtight sealed freezer bag.
Bourbon Peach Slush
Ingredients
- 3 cups frozen peaches
- 1 cup ginger beer or ginger ale
- 4-6 ounces of bourbon depending on how strong you want your drinks
- 1 lime juiced
- 1 tablespoon sugar more if you want it sweeter
Instructions
- Place all of the ingredients in a blender and blend until smooth. Serve immediately.
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
I had some ginger ale I was looking to use and found this on Pinterest. So glad I was sick earlier this week! I ended up adding raspberries as I didn’t have enough peaches and it gave it a nice tang. Thanks for my new summer drink! http://www.onemissingingredient.com/raspberry-peach-ginger-bourbon-slushy/
Sounds delicious! I love that you added in the raspberries. Thanks for trying out the recipe!
This looks so amazing!! Definitely making this once peaches are in season!
Thanks Eden! I can’t wait for peach season so I can make these again!
Do I peel the peaches first??
Hi April. Peeling the peaches is up to you. I didn’t bother with it because they basically disappeared when everything was blended together, I’m also a little lazy when it comes to that. ;-)
These look amazing Danae! Beautiful work. I feel like every state loves their own peaches. I’ve heard people talk recently about Utah peaches, California peaches, colorado peaches. Hopefully someday I will try them all :)
Thanks Karen! When I lived in Arizona I always looked forward to the Utah peaches, but now that I’m a Colorado girl I can’t get enough of our local peaches!
This really *does* look dangerously delicious (in the best way)! I don’t want peach season to end, either! This is on my list to try this week! Yum!
It’s so dangerous Patricia! I know I’ll be making another batch this weekend! Cheers!
This sounds amazing! I sense a night out on the deck with this in my hand in the very near future!
Thanks Holly! I’ll probably be doing that exact thing with a couple of these this weekend!
Love this grown up beverage! You can’t go wrong with juicy, delicious peach anything in my book!
Our books are identical Julie! Thanks so much!