Summer sipping has never been better. Enjoy a sweet, fruity, and cool Peach Martini when the weather heats up. The easy cocktail is perfect for day drinking with friends or relaxing on lazy summer nights.
Why this Peach Martini Recipe is Amazing: This is the best cocktail recipe for peach flavored vodka - hands down!
For those not a fan of gin, this vodka martini is calling your name. It's one of the best Vodka Martini Recipes I have created.
This was inspired by my recipe for Watermelon Mint Martini which is another summer favorite on this site. And if you are peach lover it pairs well with this amazing Grilled Peach Salad. Ok, now let's get shaking!
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Ingredients for the Best Peach Martini
This 4-ingredient cocktail recipe couldn't be more simple. This is all you need.
Unlike other recipes, it's made without schnapps or triple sec. I find this more refreshing & gives you the perfect relaxing vacation vibe.
Here are important notes for some ingredients:
- Peach Infused Vodka - any brand such as Skyy, Absolut, or Pinnacle.
- Peach Juice - from canned or jarred peach slices - great way to use that leftover liquid.
- Lemon Juice - for tartness and a burst of citrus.
- Simple Syrup - for additional sweetness.
- Fresh Peach Slices - optional for garnish
Plus some ice for shaking it up & cooling it down!
See the recipe card for full list, quantities, & any substitutions/variations.
How to Make a Martini with Peach Vodka
Nothing complicated here. I always prefer a shaken martini versus one that is stirred. I find it makes it more frothy cold & tastes better.
Here are the easy steps for making two Peach Martinis:
- Add Ingredients to Cocktail Shaker
- Shake & Serve
See the step-by-step instructions with photos below plus the recipe card at the end of the post.
1 - Add Ingredients to Cocktail Shaker
This recipe is as easy as 1 - 2 - 3! Add, shake, & serve.
Once you have all your ingredients, grab your cocktail shaker, a shot glass and two martini glasses. The glasses are fine at room temperature or chilled from the fridge.
Begin by filling the cocktail shaker halfway full with ice cubes. Follow by adding the peach vodka, peach juice, fresh lemon juice, and simple syrup.
2 - Shake & Serve
Screw the top on the cocktail shaker so it is snug. I like to wrap a towel around it since my hands are sensitive to the cold. (it also catches any potential drips)
Vigorously shake for 30 seconds. The cocktail shaker will be cold and frosty on the outside like this once it is ready.
This is served up in a glass - no on the rocks/over ice. Open the top of small top of the shaker. Pour equal parts through the strainer into each glass.
How to Serve with a Peach Martini Cocktail : For a fancy sweeter version, prep the martini glasses by running a lemon wedge around the edge and dipping in super fine sugar.
Optional garnishes beside a slice of fresh peach include a sprig of fresh mint, a slice of peach from the can/jar you used the liquid from, and/or a lemon wedge.
Cheers to summer and the best stone fruit there is!
Recipe Tips & Behind the Scenes
Here's my recipe for success - including what I learned when testing, fun stories, recipe history, and more.
- #1 Tip - use peach infused vodka, do not substitute.
- Chill the glasses ahead of time for extra cold sips.
- I created this recipe thanks to having juices from all those jars of Kirkland Sliced Peaches from Costco. No better way to use the leftovers and not waste it.
- If you don't have a cocktail shaker, use a mason jar with a tight fitting lid.
FAQ
The Skyy infusions fruit vodka makes sure this has the best peach flavor. If you only have regular unflavored vodka, I recommend adding 2 ounces of peach puree or nectar also so it doesn't taste plain.
Instead of the peach juice from canned peaches, fresh peaches can work. I recommend peeling, pitting, & blending a peach with 1 tablespoon of lemon juice as a substitute.
Peach Martini
Equipment
- 1 cocktail shaker (mason jar with lid can also work)
- 2 Martini Glasses
Ingredients
- 4 ounces Skyy Peach Vodka
- 2 ounces peach juice from canned peaches
- 1 ounce lemon juice
- 1 ounce simple syrup
- ice cubes for shaking
- peaches fresh slices for garnish
Instructions
- Fill half the martini shaker with ice cubes.ice cubes
- Add the peach vodka, peach juice, lemon juice, and simple syrup.4 ounces Skyy Peach Vodka, 2 ounces peach juice, 1 ounce lemon juice, 1 ounce simple syrup
- Screw the top on the shaker so it is snug and tight. Shake vigorously for 30 seconds until cold and well mixed.NOTE: I like to wrap a towel or cloth napkin around it to help catch any drips & protect my hand from the icy cold exterior as I shake.
- Optional Step - rub a lemon wedge on the rim of each glass and then dip into a plate with super fine sugar. This gives it a sugared rim for added sweetness.
- Open the small top of the shaker so the strainer is exposed. Carefully pour the peach martini drink through the strainer and add to each glass in equal amounts.
- Garnish with a slice of fresh peach on the rim. Enjoy!
Notes
- Use any brand of peach vodka - Skyy, Absolut, Pinnacle etc.
- For peach liquids; substitute with bottled peach juice or nectar if you don't have ny from jar or canned peaches leftovers.
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Janet says
Delish! Made these for book club with the neighbors and we all loved it.
Angela says
So fun, glad you and your guests loved this summer fruit cocktail. I hope you enjoy the book as much as the company and drinks.