The Smokin' Hot Peach Cocktail: A Flavorful Delight!

In other words, this cocktail is a delightfully complex creation that, when mixed, has you wondering, "How does ALL of this flavor exist in one glass?" Is it sweet? Is it smoky? Is it spicy? Yes, yes, and yes! All I know is that the Smokin' Hot Peach will be in your regular rotation this spring and summer.

One of my personal favorite cocktail creations, the Smokin' Hot Peach!

You should know, this cocktail was not a slam-dunk out of the gate. I first made it with silver tequila. It was okay, but not great. Then I moved on to reposado, which was better but still felt a little flat. So, I used our cocktail smoker to infuse a more earthy profile. I tried it and didn’t love it.

The Smokin' Hot Peach is not your ordinary cocktail. But you're not an ordinary cocktail drinker, are you?

The Mezcal Adventure

Next step? I tried Mezcal. But here's the crazy thing: I don't like Mezcal. Seriously! So the idea of using it for this drink seemed a bit off for me. But here we are—and I love it!

I think the combination of peach nectar, peach liqueur, and jalapeño strikes a unique balance that offsets that heavy Mezcal flavor. And when my husband—who often declares tequila as his spirit liquor—says, "This drink is definitely a keeper," I know I'm onto something pretty special.

Why You’ll Love This Cocktail

I truly hope you enjoy this cocktail! I’d love to hear your thoughts in the comments. Because I agree with my husband—I really do think this one is a keeper. Cheers!

The Smokin' Hot Peach

Ingredients (makes 1 cocktail)

• 2 oz Mezcal tequila (good quality)

• 3/4 oz peach liqueur (I used Dr. McGillicuddy's Intense Peach liqueur)

• 2 oz peach nectar

• Juice of 1/2 of a lime

• 1 jalapeño, sliced

• Tajín seasoning

• Garnish - jalapeño slices

  
  

Mix it Up

1. Prep your cocktail glass: Rim the glass with a small sliver of lime and then dip it into the Tajín for a flavorful rim.

2. No ice yet! Add the tequila, peach liqueur, peach nectar, and lime juice to the shaker.

3. Spice it up: Add 2-3 fresh jalapeño slices to the shaker. For a spicier drink, don’t remove the seeds. Muddle the jalapeño slices in the shaker for about 15-20 seconds to release the oils into the liquor and ingredients.

4. Shake it up: Now, add ice to the shaker and shake the drink for about 30 seconds until well-chilled.

5. Ice it down: Add ice to the prepared cocktail glass.

6. Strain it: Strain the cocktail into the prepared glass.

7. Garnish: Add a slice or two of jalapeño to garnish, and serve.

   
   

Enjoy All Summer Long!

Here's to the Smokin' Hot Peach cocktail you'll be making all summer long!

Note: You can use reposado tequila for this cocktail if the Mezcal truly does not work for you. It will be lighter and less complex, but it's a good option.

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