Peach Mojito

Southern Cocktails: Dixie Drinks, Party Potions, and Classic Libations

Posted by Chronicle Books

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Judging by chichi bar menus, the Cuban mojito has come a long way from a sugar cane harvester’s drink made of cane water, unrefined rum, and a handful of mint. By proximity, Floridians have long played with the drink, adding this tropical fruit or that. Here, the sprightly sensation is Georgia’d up with peach nectar.

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You Will Need (6 things)

  • Garnish: Peach slice or lime wedge, mint sprig, and sugar cane stick
  • 1 ½ oz Club Soda
  • 1 oz Peach Schnapps
  • 1 ½ oz light Rum
  • 4 to 6 Mint leaves
  • 2 oz Peach Nectar

Steps (3 steps, 10 minutes)

  1. 1

    Using a bar spoon, muddle the mint in the bottom of a tall collins or pilsner glass. Fill with ice.

  2. 2

    Add the nectar, rum, and schnapps to a cocktail shaker filled with ice; shake well.

  3. 3

    Strain the mixture into the glass and top with club soda. Add the garnishes.

    Serves 1