Cocktail of the Month:

Smoked Peach Maple Bourbon Smash

As the summer heat fades and the first signs of autumn fill the air, this cocktail is just the transitional treat you need. Satisfy your late summer craving for juicy peaches with a smoky-grilled edge. Not a fan of bourbon? You'll have to give this one a try! This sweet and sassy sip with a hint of autumnal spice is sure to win over even the most skeptical drinkers. Get to grilling and embrace the change of seasons upon us with this easy-to-make, refreshing cocktail to enjoy the last of those summer nights!

Ingredients:

How to Make:

Makes 1 Cocktail

1 Whole Peach (cut in halves)

1 tsp 100% Pure Canadian Maple Syrup

2 oz. Bourbon Whiskey (we recommend Hendrick's)

3 dashes of Angosturra Bitters

1 Sprig of Fresh Thyme

1/2 oz. Fresh Lemon Juice

2 oz. Ginger Beer and 1 oz. Soda Water for Topping

Grilled Peach Slive + Thyme Sprig for Serving

Start by firing up the grill or set your oven to broil on high, in preparation for charring and softening your peaches for this delicious treat! In a cocktail shaker, muddle grilled peach half until a majority of it has broken down. Add ice, sprig of fresh thyme, bitters, bourbon and shake! Strain into cocktail glass filled with ice. Top with ginger beer, soda water, and lemon juice, garnish with a sprig of Thyme, and enjoy!

Photography source: Asha Maía Design

Cocktail source: Justine Celina (@justinecelina)

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