Description
Celebrate summertime with this refreshing Peach Moscow Mule, a delightful twist on the classic cocktail. Featuring fresh peach puree, spicy ginger beer, aromatic cinnamon-infused simple syrup, vodka, and a squeeze of lime juice, this drink tastes like a slice of peach pie on a hot day. Perfect for sipping solo or serving at your next gathering, this cocktail balances sweet, tart, and spicy flavors for a uniquely satisfying experience.
Ingredients
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Cinnamon-Infused Simple Syrup
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup water
- 1 stick cinnamon
Peach Moscow Mule
- 2 oz. peach puree (from about ½ fresh peach)
- 3 oz. ginger beer
- 1 ½ oz. vodka
- ½ oz. freshly squeezed lime juice
- ½ oz. cinnamon simple syrup (from above)
- Ice for serving
- Optional garnish: peach slice, fresh mint leaves or basil
Instructions
- Make the Cinnamon-Infused Simple Syrup: In a heavy-bottomed small saucepan, combine ½ cup water and ½ cup granulated sugar. Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring until the sugar dissolves. Remove from heat, add 1 cinnamon stick, cover, and let steep for 30 minutes up to 3 hours depending on desired cinnamon intensity. Strain out the cinnamon stick and transfer the syrup to a mason jar. Refrigerate until ready to use.
- Prepare Peach Puree: In a blender, puree about ½ of a fresh peach until smooth. If fresh peaches are unavailable, use thawed frozen peaches or peach nectar as alternatives.
- Assemble the Peach Moscow Mule: In a copper mug or your preferred glassware, combine 2 oz. peach puree, 3 oz. ginger beer, 1 ½ oz. vodka, ½ oz. freshly squeezed lime juice, and ½ oz. cinnamon simple syrup. Stir well with a cocktail spoon to combine all ingredients evenly.
- Serve: Fill the glass with ice and stir once more to chill the drink thoroughly. Garnish with a peach slice or fresh herbs like mint or basil if desired. Serve immediately for the freshest flavor.
Notes
- The cinnamon-infused simple syrup recipe yields enough syrup for approximately 8 Peach Moscow Mules.
- Substitute peach nectar or thawed frozen peaches if fresh peaches are not in season. Canned peaches without syrup can also work.
- Both the cinnamon simple syrup and peach puree can be prepared in advance and refrigerated to save time on serving day.
- To serve a crowd, multiply the recipe quantities to make a pitcher of Peach Moscow Mules.
- Use frozen peach slices instead of ice cubes to chill the drink without diluting it.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Cocktail
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Peach Moscow Mule, peach cocktail, summer drink, cinnamon simple syrup, ginger beer cocktail, refreshing drinks, vodka cocktail
