Prep Time: 4 minutes minutes
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: French
Keyword: Cognac, Lemon, peach
Servings: 1
- 2 ounces Cognac
- 3 wedges of lemon
- 3/4 ounce peach syrup
- 4 mint leaves
- Peach slices for garnish
- Mint sprig for garnish
Add the lemon wedges to a cocktail shaker and muddle thoroughly to release the juices.
Add the cognac, peach syrup, and mint leaves to the shaker.
Fill the shaker with ice and shake vigorously until well chilled.
Double strain the mixture over ice into a rocks glass to remove mint bits and lemon pulp.
Garnish with a fan of peach slices and a sprig of mint.
Enjoy your elegant Peach Cognac Smash!
Pro Tips
- Use freshly squeezed lemon wedges for the best flavor.
- Adjust the sweetness by adding more or less peach syrup to suit your taste.
- Gently slap the mint leaves before adding them to the shaker to release their oils.
- For an extra touch of flavor, rim the glass with a bit of lemon juice and sugar.