Cocktails with Peach Schnapps
Peach schnapps is a sweet peach-flavored liqueur popular in fruity cocktails like Sex on the Beach and Fuzzy Navel. Quality varies dramatically.
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- Type
- Liqueur
- Strength
- 15–20% ABV
- Aroma
- Peach, Sweet, Candy-like, Fruity
- Taste
- Sweet peach, Fruity, Candy, Light
- Finish
- Sweet, Short, Peachy
15 drinks with Peach Schnapps
- Brain HemorrhageBaileys Irish Cream, Grenadine
- Fuzzy NavelOrange Juice
- Green Tea ShotIrish Whiskey, Sour Mix, Soda Water
- Island CoolerMalibu Coconut Rum, Blue Curaçao, Sour Mix
- Jolly RancherSour Apple Schnapps, Cranberry Juice
- Kiss on the LipsMango Purée, Grenadine
- Peach PunchVodka, Orange Juice, Lemonade
- Redheaded SlutJägermeister, Cranberry Juice
- Sex on the BeachVodka, Orange Juice, Cranberry Juice
- Sex on the Beach ShotVodka, Cranberry Juice, Orange Juice
- Vegas BombCrown Royal, Cranberry Juice, Energy Drink
- Water MoccasinCrown Royal, Sour Mix, Triple Sec
- White Tea ShotVodka, Sour Mix, Lemon-Lime Soda
- Woo WooVodka, Cranberry Juice
- Woo Woo SlushVodka, Cranberry Juice, Lime Juice
History
Peach schnapps rose to prominence in the 1980s cocktail culture. DeKuyper's version became ubiquitous in American bars. While associated with sugary drinks, quality peach liqueurs from France offer more authentic fruit character.
How it’s made
Lower-quality versions use artificial peach flavoring with neutral spirits. Better brands macerate real peaches in spirit. The sugar content is typically high across all brands, making these sweet liqueurs.
Bottles to try
Giffard Pêche de VigneMid-range
Premium French peach liqueur with authentic vineyard peach flavor.
De Kuyper PeachtreeBudget
The original American peach schnapps, sweet and consistent.
Bols PeachBudget
Dutch peach liqueur, reliable quality for mixing.
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