Peach Cobbler Old Fashioned
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Meet the ultimate late-summer-to-fall transition cocktail: The Peach Cobbler Old Fashioned. It’s rich, a little nutty, and bursting with warm, spiced peach flavor—basically dessert in a glass, no fork required.
When the evenings start to cool but summer peaches are still sweet and juicy, I reach for this Peach Cobbler Old Fashioned. It’s the kind of cocktail that bridges seasons beautifully by being cozy enough for autumn, but bright and fruity enough to enjoy while you’re still soaking up the last warm nights of the year.
Think: silky bourbon, nutty almond liqueur, warm cinnamon, and a peach cobbler syrup that tastes like you just pulled dessert out of the oven. It’s indulgent, layered, and downright irresistible.
Why You’ll Love This Cocktail
- Perfectly balanced — the almond liqueur brings richness, the bourbon brings depth, and the peach cobbler syrup brings a sweet, spiced fruitiness.
- Crowd-pleasing — works for bourbon lovers and anyone who loves a dessert-style cocktail.
- Make-ahead friendly — the peach cobbler syrup can be made in advance so you can whip these up quickly for guests.
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Peach Cobbler Old Fashioned
Ingredients
- 2 oz bourbon
- ½ oz almond liqueur
- ½ oz peach cobbler syrup
- 2 dashes Angostura bitters
- 1 dash old fashioned bitters
- 2 ripe peaches, chopped
- 1/2 cup Brown Sugar
- dash cinnamon
- 1/2 cup water
- splash vanilla extract
Instructions
- Add bourbon, almond liqueur, peach cobbler syrup, and bitters to a mixing glass filled with ice.
- Stir until well chilled.
- Strain into a rocks glass over a large ice cube.
- Garnish with a peach slice, cinnamon stick, or both.
- In a cast iron skillet or saucepan, combine chopped peaches, brown sugar, and cinnamon.
- Cook over medium heat (either on the stovetop or grill) for 5–8 minutes, until the peaches are soft and the sugar has melted.
- Transfer to a blender with ½ cup water and blend until smooth.
- Strain the syrup into a container, then stir in a splash of vanilla extract. Let cool before using.
Variations & Serving Ideas
- Smoky Twist — Swap half the bourbon for a peaty Scotch or smoky mezcal.
- Batched for a Party — Multiply the ingredients by the number of guests, mix everything except ice in a pitcher, and stir individual servings to order.
- Dessert Pairing — Serve alongside actual peach cobbler, pecan pie, or dark chocolate for the ultimate nightcap moment.
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