Bourbon Peach Slush

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

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

Looking for another peach co*cktail? 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 co*cktail – Frozen co*cktails 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 co*cktails, which is why I love this bourbon co*cktail 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 co*cktail – Peaches always remind me of summer and what better way to use them than in a refreshing co*cktail. 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 co*cktail. Use a brand that you like to drink.
Sugar – If you like a sweeter co*cktail you may want to add a tablespoon or so of granulated sugar.

Best Way to Freeze Peaches

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.
Peel the skin off of the peaches, remove the pits and slice them.
Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and lay the slices in a single layer on it.
Place the baking sheet in the freezer and flash freeze them for a couple hours.
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 co*cktail.

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 co*cktail 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 co*cktail?

Use a bourbon that you enjoy drinking. A few of my favorites are Breckenridge Bourbon Whiskey, Old Foster, Laws, and Four Roses.

More co*cktail recipes

Strawberry Lime Vodka Smash
Strawberry Watermelon Rosé Sangria
Blackberry Gin Fizz
Paloma co*cktail
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

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

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

Nutrition Information:

Yield:

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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aztrophywife says
June 3, 2016 at 5:42 pm
I had some ginger ale I was looking to use and found this on Pinterest. So glad I was sick earlier this week! I ended up adding raspberries as I didn’t have enough peaches and it gave it a nice tang. Thanks for my new summer drink! http://www.onemissingingredient.com/raspberry-peach-ginger-bourbon-slushy/
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- Danae says
  June 5, 2016 at 4:02 pm
  Sounds delicious! I love that you added in the raspberries. Thanks for trying out the recipe!
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Eden Passante says
April 18, 2016 at 4:29 pm
This looks so amazing!! Definitely making this once peaches are in season!
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- Danae says
  April 22, 2016 at 12:18 pm
  Thanks Eden! I can’t wait for peach season so I can make these again!
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April says
September 4, 2015 at 2:06 pm
Do I peel the peaches first??
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- Danae says
  September 4, 2015 at 2:59 pm
  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. ;-)
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Karen @ The Food Charlatan says
September 2, 2015 at 12:37 am
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 :)
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- Danae says
  September 2, 2015 at 3:24 pm
  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!
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Patricia @ Grab a Plate says
September 1, 2015 at 7:54 pm
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!
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- Danae says
  September 2, 2015 at 3:26 pm
  It’s so dangerous Patricia! I know I’ll be making another batch this weekend! Cheers!
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Holly N @ Spend With Pennies says
September 1, 2015 at 9:05 am
This sounds amazing! I sense a night out on the deck with this in my hand in the very near future!
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- Danae says
  September 1, 2015 at 1:44 pm
  Thanks Holly! I’ll probably be doing that exact thing with a couple of these this weekend!
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Julie @ Julie's Eats & Treats says
September 1, 2015 at 7:47 am
Love this grown up beverage! You can’t go wrong with juicy, delicious peach anything in my book!
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- Danae says
  September 1, 2015 at 1:44 pm
  Our books are identical Julie! Thanks so much!
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Nutmeg Nanny says
September 1, 2015 at 7:06 am
Bourbon + peaches = OMG YES! I’m such a huge fan of both of those ingredients so in slushy form I’m totally sold.
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- Danae says
  September 1, 2015 at 1:42 pm
  I don’t understand how there are people in this world who don’t like bourbon and peaches! They were meant for each other!
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Katie | Healthy Seasonal Recipes says
September 1, 2015 at 5:17 am
This sounds so incredible! I love Bourbon and peaches together too. And nothing beats a Colorado peach.
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- Danae says
  September 1, 2015 at 1:45 pm
  Amen! Cheers to bourbon and peaches Katie!
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Rachel @ Baked by Rachel says
September 1, 2015 at 5:04 am
This sounds like the absolute best way to enjoy peaches!
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- Danae says
  September 1, 2015 at 1:45 pm
  It’s a pretty darn delightful way to enjoy them if you ask me! Thanks Rachel!
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Matt Robinson says
August 31, 2015 at 10:40 pm
Happening this weekend for sure, absolutely love these!
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- Danae says
  September 1, 2015 at 1:41 pm
  Thanks Matt! Hope you enjoy them!
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Julie | Small Green Kitchen says
August 31, 2015 at 4:15 pm
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!
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- Danae says
  September 1, 2015 at 1:46 pm
  It’s a delicious and wonderful way to unwind Julie! I know I’ll be unwinding with a couple this weekend!
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Des @ Life's Ambrosia says
August 31, 2015 at 4:04 pm
We don’t eat a lot of peaches here but this, this I would make in a heart beat!
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- Danae says
  September 1, 2015 at 1:47 pm
  Bourbon mixed with peaches has that effect on people Des! ;-)
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Julia says
August 31, 2015 at 9:13 am
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!
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- Danae says
  September 1, 2015 at 1:41 pm
  Thanks girly! Boozie slushes are my happiness on the weekends!
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Beth says
August 31, 2015 at 6:04 am
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!!
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- Danae says
  September 1, 2015 at 1:40 pm
  I don’t know what I’ll do without my peaches Beth. I need to stock up and fill my freezer with them!
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Marye says
August 31, 2015 at 5:43 am
This looks amazing, I could use one already!
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- Danae says
  September 1, 2015 at 1:39 pm
  Thanks Marye! I totally drank one at 10:30 in the morning…no shame, it was delicious!
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Amy Stafford says
August 31, 2015 at 5:11 am
Oh my this looks AMAZING! The only problem I see, is that I would drink the whole pitcher :) Pinning!
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- Danae says
  September 1, 2015 at 1:38 pm
  Thanks Amy! Refraining from drinking them all is truly a struggle. ;-)
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