Jul 14 2026
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Seasonal Smash Recipe

Inspired by The Regional
Time35m
Serves2

Preserving Palisade Peach season | Palisade Peach Demerara Compote, Old Overholt Rye, Amaro Di Angostura, Peach Bitters, Lemon, Splash of Ginger Beer

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Ingredients

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Palisade Peach Demerara Compote

Method

Palisade Peach Demerara Compote

  1. 1

    Prepare the Peaches

    Wash and dice the Palisade peaches into small pieces.

  2. 2

    Combine Ingredients

    In a medium saucepan, combine the diced peaches, Demerara sugar, lemon juice, and salt.

  3. 3

    Cook the Compote

    Cook over medium heat until the peaches break down and the mixture thickens, about 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally.

  4. 4

    Cool the Compote

    Remove from heat and allow the compote to cool. It can be made ahead and stored in the refrigerator for up to a week.

Cocktail Preparation

  1. 5

    Mix the Cocktail

    In a cocktail shaker, combine 2 oz of Old Overholt Rye, 1 oz of Amaro Di Angostura, 1 oz of fresh lemon juice, and 3 dashes of peach bitters.

  2. 6

    Add Ice

    Fill the shaker with ice cubes to taste and shake vigorously for about 15 seconds.

  3. 7

    Strain into Glass

    Strain the mixture into a glass filled with fresh ice.

  4. 8

    Top with Ginger Beer

    Top the glass with 4 oz of ginger beer and gently stir to combine.

  5. 9

    Garnish

    Garnish with a slice of peach on the rim of the glass.

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