Pelican Pier Peach Fizz
Peach nectar and orange get a bright lift from lemon and sparkling water. Vodka keeps the peach-orange flavor bright; bourbon adds a warmer peach-and-citrus note. Add 1 fl oz (30 ml) to an adult glass only.
Food safety
Keep juice refrigerated and use clean utensils.
Equipment
- Pitcher
- citrus juicer
- long spoon
Ingredients (for 4 servings)
- 1½ cups peach nectar (360 ml)
- 1 cup chilled Florida orange juice (240 ml)
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 2 cups chilled sparkling water (480 ml)
- 2 cups ice (280 g)
- 1 peach, thinly sliced, for garnish
- ½ cup cold water (120 ml)
- optional for a lighter drink
Directions
Rinse the peach and lemon. Slice the peach for garnish.
Stir peach nectar, orange juice, and lemon juice together in a pitcher.
Add cold water if you want a less-sweet base.
Stir in sparkling water immediately before serving.
Pour over ice and garnish with peach slices.
Skill taught
Using a small amount of lemon to brighten sweet fruit juice.
Affordable substitution
Use canned peaches blended with a little water instead of nectar.
Optional variation
Add a few raspberries for color. Adult pairing note: Vodka keeps the peach-orange flavor bright; bourbon adds a warmer peach-and-citrus note. Add 1 fl oz (30 ml) to an adult glass only.
Leftovers and storage
Refrigerate the juice base for up to 2 days; do not store it with sparkling water.