Peach Mocktail

5 from 1 vote

This Peach Mocktail blends the homemade peach simple syrup's natural sweetness with the lively zest of lemon juice. Finished with lemon-ginger seltzer, it delivers a delightful sweet-tart balance and a touch of ginger spice, ideal for a refreshing drink.

Prep Time5

Cook Time0

Total Time5

Course: Drinks

Cuisine: American

Servings: mocktail

Calories: 79kcal

Author: Nataša

Ingredients

Peach Simple Syrup

1 cup filtered water
1 ½ cups organic cane sugar
2 cups peaches (washed, pit removed, and cut into smaller pieces)

Peach Mocktail

1 oz peach simple syrup
½ oz lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
4 oz lemon-ginger seltzer water (found it at Trader Joe's)

Instructions

Peach Simple Syrup

After thoroughly washing them, cut the peaches into quarters or smaller pieces and discard the pits.
Add water, sugar, and peaches to a medium-sized pot.
Heat over medium-high heat, bringing to a light simmer, stirring often until sugar dissolves. Simmer for 15 minutes total (lower the temp to low-medium after sugar dissolves).
Remove from heat and let cool for 10 minutes.
Strain the syrup using a fine mesh strainer, gently pressing the peaches with the spoon.
Let the syrup cool completely.
Attach a label and store it in a jar or a syrup dispenser. Then refrigerate for up to 2 weeks.

Peach Mocktail

If you haven't already, prepare the peach syrup and let it cool to room temperature. While preparing the syrup, place the double-old-fashioned glass in a freezer for 5-10 minutes.
Add peach syrup and lemon juice to a chilled glass.
Fill the glass with ice.
Top with seltzer water.
Add garnish if preferred, serve immediately, and stir before drinking.

Notes

Chill the Ingredients: To achieve optimal flavor and a refreshing taste, chill all ingredients like peach syrup, lemon juice, and seltzer water before mixing. This method ensures your mocktail remains cold and refreshing without excessive ice, which can dilute the flavors.
Make the Peach Syrup Ahead: Make the homemade peach simple syrup a day or two ahead to let the flavors meld and intensify. Keep it in the fridge so it's ready whenever you're set to prepare the mocktail.
Use Freshly Squeezed Lemon Juice: Choose freshly squeezed lemon juice over bottled to enhance your mocktail with a more vivid and lively citrus flavor. The fresh juice significantly improves the overall taste.
Substitute Peach Syrup with Other Fruit Syrups: For a different fruity variation, replace the homemade peach simple syrup with alternative fruit syrups such as raspberry, strawberry, or blueberry. Each option will offer a unique taste while preserving the mocktail’s refreshing quality.
Make it a Cocktail: If you enjoy cocktails, add a shot of vodka, rum, or gin to the mocktail. Each alcohol contributes a unique flavor, enriching its complexity while preserving its fruity and refreshing essence.

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