Peach Schnapps substitutes
The closest substitute for Peach Schnapps is Apricot Brandy, which works but the drink will taste a little different. Apricot instead of peach, and less sweet. Peach Brandy also works.
What to use instead of Peach Schnapps
| Substitute | How much | Strength | Typical drink |
|---|---|---|---|
Apricot BrandyWorks, tastes different Apricot instead of peach, and less sweet. Same amount | Same amount | 20–35% ABV | +1 point |
Peach BrandyWorks, tastes different Richer and less sweet. Same amount | Same amount | 18–35% ABV | +1 point |
Almost the same: most people won’t notice. Works, tastes different: still a good drink, just a different one. Last resort: better than skipping the drink. Typical drink: the usual change in ABV, in percentage points, across the drinks below.
Swap it in your drink
Pick a substitute to see how much to pour in each drink with Peach Schnapps, how strong the drink ends up and when to adjust the sugar.
- Brain Hemorrhage
30ml (1 oz) Peach Schnapps → 30ml (1 oz) Apricot Brandy
About 18% ABV → about 21% ABV+3 points
- Fuzzy Navel
60ml (2 oz) Peach Schnapps → 60ml (2 oz) Apricot Brandy
About 5% ABV → about 6% ABV+1 point
- Green Tea Shot
15ml (½ oz) Peach Schnapps → 15ml (½ oz) Apricot Brandy
About 11% ABV → about 12% ABV+1 point
- Island Cooler
22.5ml (¾ oz) Peach Schnapps → 22.5ml (¾ oz) Apricot Brandy
About 4% ABV → about 5% ABV+1 point
- Jolly Rancher
15ml (½ oz) Peach Schnapps → 15ml (½ oz) Apricot Brandy
About 9% ABV → about 10% ABV+1 point
- Redheaded Slut
15ml (½ oz) Peach Schnapps → 15ml (½ oz) Apricot Brandy
About 10% ABV → about 11% ABV+1 point
- Sex on the Beach
20ml (⅔ oz) Peach Schnapps → 20ml (⅔ oz) Apricot Brandy
About 14% ABV → about 15% ABV+1 point
- Sex on the Beach Shot
15ml (½ oz) Peach Schnapps → 15ml (½ oz) Apricot Brandy
About 11% ABV → about 12% ABV+1 point
- Water Moccasin
15ml (½ oz) Peach Schnapps → 15ml (½ oz) Apricot Brandy
About 15% ABV → about 16% ABV+1 point
- Woo Woo
25ml (¾ oz) Peach Schnapps → 25ml (¾ oz) Apricot Brandy
About 11% ABV → about 12% ABV+1 point
- Woo Woo Slush
140ml (4¾ oz) Peach Schnapps → 140ml (4¾ oz) Apricot Brandy
About 9% ABV → about 10% ABV+1 point
- Kiss on the Lips
45ml (1½ oz) Peach Schnapps → 45ml (1½ oz) Apricot Brandy
Same strength
- Peach Punch
100ml (3⅓ oz) Peach Schnapps → 100ml (3⅓ oz) Apricot Brandy
Same strength
- Vegas Bomb
15ml (½ oz) Peach Schnapps → 15ml (½ oz) Apricot Brandy
Same strength
- White Tea Shot
15ml (½ oz) Peach Schnapps → 15ml (½ oz) Apricot Brandy
Same strength
How they compare
| Property | Peach Schnapps | Apricot Brandy |
|---|---|---|
| Strength | 15–20% ABV | 20–35% ABV |
| Taste | Sweet peach, Fruity, Candy, Light | Sweet apricot, Fruity, Hint of almond, Smooth |
| Aroma | Peach, Sweet, Candy-like, Fruity | Apricot, Stone fruit, Sweet, Almond hints |
| Finish | Sweet, Short, Peachy | Fruity, Sweet, Medium |
| Property | Peach Schnapps | Peach Brandy |
|---|---|---|
| Strength | 15–20% ABV | 18–35% ABV |
| Taste | Sweet peach, Fruity, Candy, Light | Sweet peach, Juicy, Soft spice |
| Aroma | Peach, Sweet, Candy-like, Fruity | Ripe peach, Stone fruit, Floral |
| Finish | Sweet, Short, Peachy | Fruity, Medium, Gently warming |
Low and zero proof
An alcohol-free bottle can’t simply replace Peach Schnapps: without the alcohol the drink needs rebalancing. These versions are worked out for you.
- Virgin Sex on the BeachZero proof
Already have one of these?
If you have Giffard Pêche de Vigne, De Kuyper Peachtree or Bols Peach, you don't need a substitute: they are all Peach Schnapps. How they differ
What is 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.
Got Peach Schnapps? It also replaces
Questions about Peach Schnapps substitutes
What is the best substitute for Peach Schnapps?
Apricot Brandy is the closest substitute for Peach Schnapps, though the drink will taste a little different. Apricot instead of peach, and less sweet. Use the same amount.
What can I use instead of Peach Schnapps in a Sex on the Beach?
Apricot Brandy: swap 20ml (⅔ oz) of Peach Schnapps for 20ml (⅔ oz) of Apricot Brandy. It ends up about 15% ABV instead of about 14% (before the ice melts).
Is there an alcohol-free substitute for Peach Schnapps?
Not one for one: without the alcohol the drink needs rebalancing. Instead, there is a zero-proof version of the Sex on the Beach made with non-alcoholic bottles.
Which Peach Schnapps brands can I use?
If you have Giffard Pêche de Vigne, De Kuyper Peachtree or Bols Peach, you don't need a substitute: they are all Peach Schnapps. They differ in style and price, not in how you use them.
Does Apricot Brandy instead of Peach Schnapps change how strong the drink is?
It can. The biggest change is in the Brain Hemorrhage, which goes from about 18% to about 21% ABV. The swap calculator on this page works it out for every drink.
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