The Deb (Peach-Basil Bourbon Smash) Cocktail Recipe

Name: The Deb (Peach-Basil Bourbon Smash) Cocktail
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Peach-Basil Syrup:; 4 ripe unpeeled peaches, pitted and coarsely chopped; 1 1/2 cups white sugar; 1 cup water; 3 sprigs basil, tied together with string; Cocktail:; ice cubes, divided; 1 1/2 fluid ounces bourbon; 3 dashes aromatic bitters (such as 18.21 Prohibition Aromatic Bitters); 2 fluid ounces lime-flavored sparkling water (such as La Croix(R)); 1 slice peach; 1 leaf basil

Servings: persons

Peach-Basil Syrup:
4 ripe unpeeled peaches, pitted and coarsely chopped
1 1/2 cups white sugar
1 cup water
3 sprigs basil, tied together with string
Cocktail:
ice cubes, divided
1 1/2 fluid ounces bourbon
3 dashes aromatic bitters (such as 18.21 Prohibition Aromatic Bitters)
2 fluid ounces lime-flavored sparkling water (such as La Croix(R))
1 slice peach
1 leaf basil

1
Combine chopped peaches, sugar, water, and 3 sprigs basil in a small pot over medium heat. Simmer, stirring occasionally, until sugar dissolves, about 5 minutes. Cool syrup to room temperature, about 10 minutes. Discard basil sprigs.
2
Pour syrup into a Mason jar, seal, and refrigerate until completely chilled, about 1 hour.
3
Measure 3 fluid ounces of syrup and peaches into a cocktail shaker; muddle to break peaches up. Add 4 ice cubes, bourbon, and bitters; cover and shake vigorously until ice is mostly melted. Pour into a chilled 8-ounce glass; add remaining 4 ice cubes. Gently stir in sparkling water. Garnish with a peach slice and basil leaf.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Peach-Basil Syrup:, 4 ripe unpeeled peaches, pitted and coarsely chopped, 1 1/2 cups white sugar, 1 cup water, and more.

Yes, The Deb (Peach-Basil Bourbon Smash) Cocktail falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

The Deb (Peach-Basil Bourbon Smash) Cocktail

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