Bourbon Peach Slush - Recipe Runner (2024)

by Danae · Published: Aug 31, 2015 · Updated: Jul 7, 2023

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A Bourbon Peach Slush is the perfect summer frozen cocktail! Bourbon and peaches are blended together to make a fun, easy and delicious boozy slush!

Looking for another peach cocktail? Try this peach rosé sangria!

This post has been updated since it was originally published on 8/31/2015

Why you’ll love it

Frozen cocktail – Frozen cocktails are so refreshing on a hot summer day. They’re perfect for sipping on the patio, in the pool, or wherever you’re enjoying a lazy summer day.

Sweet, but not too sweet – 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.

Summer cocktail – Peaches always remind me of summer and what better way to use them than in a refreshing cocktail. I always stock up on fresh peaches before the season ends and freeze them following the steps below. This way I can have one of these slushes anytime I’m in the mood!

The ingredients

  • Peaches – Use the ripest, sweetest peaches for the best flavor.
  • Ginger beer – Ginger beer is sweet, carbonated, and non-alcoholic. I like to use the Fever Tree brand when I make these.
  • Bourbon – Bourbon or whiskey can be used for this cocktail. Use a brand that you like to drink.
  • Sugar – If you like a sweeter cocktail you may want to add a tablespoon or so of granulated sugar.

Best Way to Freeze Peaches

  1. 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.
  2. Peel the skin off of the peaches, remove the pits and slice them.
  3. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and lay the slices in a single layer on it.
  4. Place the baking sheet in the freezer and flash freeze them for a couple hours.
  5. Store the peaches in an airtight sealed freezer bag.

How to make a bourbon peach slush

Making the Bourbon Peach Slush is not only simple, but you only need five ingredients to whip up this delicious frozen cocktail.

To make this boozy slushy add the frozen peaches, bourbon, ginger beer, lime juice, and sugar into a regular or high speed bender. Blend everything together until it’s smooth and then pour it into glasses. Feeling fancy? Garnish with a fresh peach slice.

Bourbon peach slush FAQ

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.

More cocktail recipes

  • Strawberry Lime Vodka Smash
  • Strawberry Watermelon Rosé Sangria
  • Blackberry Gin Fizz
  • Paloma Cocktail
  • Spicy Watermelon Margarita

Did you make this bourbon peach slush? I’d love if you’d leave a recipe rating and review below.

Yield: 4 slushes

Bourbon Peach Slush

Bourbon Peach Slush - Recipe Runner (5)

Prep Time5 minutes

Total Time5 minutes

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

  1. Place all of the ingredients in a blender and blend until smooth.
  2. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Information:

Yield:

4

Serving Size:

1

Amount Per Serving:Calories: 185Total Fat: 0gSaturated Fat: 0gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 0gCholesterol: 0mgSodium: 11mgCarbohydrates: 31gFiber: 2gSugar: 29gProtein: 1g

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    • Bourbon Peach Slush - Recipe Runner (16)Danae says

      Sounds delicious! I love that you added in the raspberries. Thanks for trying out the recipe!

      Reply

  1. Bourbon Peach Slush - Recipe Runner (17)Eden Passante says

    This looks so amazing!! Definitely making this once peaches are in season!

    Reply

    • Bourbon Peach Slush - Recipe Runner (18)Danae says

      Thanks Eden! I can’t wait for peach season so I can make these again!

      Reply

  2. Bourbon Peach Slush - Recipe Runner (19)April says

    Do I peel the peaches first??

    Reply

    • Bourbon Peach Slush - Recipe Runner (20)Danae says

      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. ;-)

      Reply

  3. Bourbon Peach Slush - Recipe Runner (21)Karen @ The Food Charlatan says

    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 :)

    Reply

    • Bourbon Peach Slush - Recipe Runner (22)Danae says

      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!

      Reply

  4. Bourbon Peach Slush - Recipe Runner (23)Patricia @ Grab a Plate says

    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!

    Reply

    • Bourbon Peach Slush - Recipe Runner (24)Danae says

      It’s so dangerous Patricia! I know I’ll be making another batch this weekend! Cheers!

      Reply

    • Bourbon Peach Slush - Recipe Runner (26)Danae says

      Thanks Holly! I’ll probably be doing that exact thing with a couple of these this weekend!

      Reply

  5. Bourbon Peach Slush - Recipe Runner (27)Julie @ Julie's Eats & Treats says

    Love this grown up beverage! You can’t go wrong with juicy, delicious peach anything in my book!

    Reply

    • Bourbon Peach Slush - Recipe Runner (28)Danae says

      Our books are identical Julie! Thanks so much!

      Reply

  6. Bourbon Peach Slush - Recipe Runner (29)Nutmeg Nanny says

    Bourbon + peaches = OMG YES! I’m such a huge fan of both of those ingredients so in slushy form I’m totally sold.

    Reply

    • Bourbon Peach Slush - Recipe Runner (30)Danae says

      I don’t understand how there are people in this world who don’t like bourbon and peaches! They were meant for each other!

      Reply

  7. Bourbon Peach Slush - Recipe Runner (31)Katie | Healthy Seasonal Recipes says

    This sounds so incredible! I love Bourbon and peaches together too. And nothing beats a Colorado peach.

    Reply

    • Bourbon Peach Slush - Recipe Runner (32)Danae says

      Amen! Cheers to bourbon and peaches Katie!

      Reply

    • Bourbon Peach Slush - Recipe Runner (34)Danae says

      It’s a pretty darn delightful way to enjoy them if you ask me! Thanks Rachel!

      Reply

  8. Bourbon Peach Slush - Recipe Runner (35)Matt Robinson says

    Happening this weekend for sure, absolutely love these!

    Reply

    • Bourbon Peach Slush - Recipe Runner (36)Danae says

      Thanks Matt! Hope you enjoy them!

      Reply

  9. Bourbon Peach Slush - Recipe Runner (37)Julie | Small Green Kitchen says

    A crazy day at work requires one of these to relax and unwind. I just bought some peaches on Saturday – this is a must try!

    Reply

    • Bourbon Peach Slush - Recipe Runner (38)Danae says

      It’s a delicious and wonderful way to unwind Julie! I know I’ll be unwinding with a couple this weekend!

      Reply

  10. Bourbon Peach Slush - Recipe Runner (39)Des @ Life's Ambrosia says

    We don’t eat a lot of peaches here but this, this I would make in a heart beat!

    Reply

    • Bourbon Peach Slush - Recipe Runner (40)Danae says

      Bourbon mixed with peaches has that effect on people Des! ;-)

      Reply

  11. Bourbon Peach Slush - Recipe Runner (41)Julia says

    I’m right there with ya – so not ready for summer produce, especially peaches, to go away! I’m loving this refreshing slushie you’ve got going on here! So sweet, so boozy, so yum!

    Reply

    • Bourbon Peach Slush - Recipe Runner (42)Danae says

      Thanks girly! Boozie slushes are my happiness on the weekends!

      Reply

  12. Bourbon Peach Slush - Recipe Runner (43)Beth says

    I could have definitely enjoyed a glass of this slush yesterday! Peaches already seem to be disappearing at the grocery store and it makes me so sad!!

    Reply

    • Bourbon Peach Slush - Recipe Runner (44)Danae says

      I don’t know what I’ll do without my peaches Beth. I need to stock up and fill my freezer with them!

      Reply

  13. Bourbon Peach Slush - Recipe Runner (45)Marye says

    This looks amazing, I could use one already!

    Reply

    • Bourbon Peach Slush - Recipe Runner (46)Danae says

      Thanks Marye! I totally drank one at 10:30 in the morning…no shame, it was delicious!

      Reply

  14. Bourbon Peach Slush - Recipe Runner (47)Amy Stafford says

    Oh my this looks AMAZING! The only problem I see, is that I would drink the whole pitcher :) Pinning!

    Reply

    • Bourbon Peach Slush - Recipe Runner (48)Danae says

      Thanks Amy! Refraining from drinking them all is truly a struggle. ;-)

      Reply

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