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Suddenly, I’m right back there—a hot midsummer day, ceiling fan lazily spinning, ice clinking as it hits my glass while I’m hanging out on grandma’s porch. We’d spent hours soaking up the sun, then she’d pass me this golden-pink drink with a little grin, claiming it was just peaches and lemonade. Decades and countless beach trips later, I started playing with those sun-soaked flavors for grown-ups, trying to track down those dreamy, carefree summer evenings again.
I first tasted Crown Royal Peach at a friend’s July cookout—the bright, juicy smell totally surprised everyone. Mixing it with lemonade I squeezed at home, then topping with ruby-red grenadine, really brought back vacation vibes without having to travel anywhere.
Irresistible Ingredients
- Crown Royal Peach: Smooth Canadian whisky loaded with real peach flavors; grab a new bottle and give it a sniff—should smell like a real peach, not candy.
- Lemonade: That punch of fresh makes everything pop. Fresh-squeezed is best, or grab some good organic stuff that isn’t too sweet. If it’s cloudy and a little tart, you nailed it.
- Sprite or any lemon-lime soda: Brings the bubbles and a soft, citrusy sweetness. Sometimes the store brand actually tastes less sugary—experiment if you want!
- Grenadine: For that dramatic color and a little cherry flavor. If you spot pomegranate or cherry versions without neon color, grab those; you want the grenadine to look more sunset than fire truck.
- Ice: Use cubes if you like slow sipping, or pile in crushed for that extra beach-bar vibe.
- Peach slice: Want the full summery mood? Add a ripe peach slice. If fresh ones aren’t around, go with canned in juice or frozen.
- Lemon wedge: Adds some zip and makes your drink look like summer in a glass; go for plump, shiny lemons.
How To Fix It Up
- Get It Icy:
- Pack your glass full of ice. It’s gotta be cold or you’ll lose that bright, crisp flavor too fast.
- Lemon Wedge & Peach Slices:
- Pop a lemon wedge and a juicy peach slice right on top. That little bit of fruity perfume sets the tone, and it looks amazing too.
- Layer the Fizz:
- Gently pour your lemon-lime soda across everything so the bubbles lay on top. Pour slow and easy to keep those layers defined.
- Add the Zing:
- Next, pour in the lemonade—just enough for a tangy kick without wiping out the peachy whisky. Play with the ratio until it feels balanced to your taste.
- Peach Whisky First:
- Start by tipping in that Crown Royal Peach. It’s the main event and sits at the bottom, letting those peachy notes drift up through every sip.
- Sunburst Splash:
- Very slowly, pour a bit of grenadine over the back of a spoon so it threads through the ice. You’ll get gorgeous red and gold stripes, no stirring needed.
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Top Perks
Each tall glass is under 200 calories. Plus, it’s gluten-free
Use whatever soda or citrus you like—seriously, it’s hard to mess up
Whip up a big batch in a pitcher for a crowd—just multiply everything
Once, when I rushed to mix a party-sized batch, I accidentally grabbed canned peaches in heavy syrup instead of normal ones. Talk about sweet overload—fix was easy, though. Now I always sample the lemonade and start slow with grenadine.
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Switch Up The Flavor
- Swap in white peach nectar if you want more fruity punch
- Use sparkling water to dial back the sugar and lighten it up
- Toss in a few raspberries or crush a little mint for a burst of color and a zippy twist
Seasonal Upgrades
- When it’s chilly, roast some peach slices for rich, caramel flavor—or just thaw frozen peaches
- Make your lemonade sing by throwing in a cinnamon stick for cozy late summer, early autumn feels
- No peaches on hand? Blood orange slices look awesome as garnish when it’s off-season
Go-To Gear
- A shot glass or jigger to nail those measurements
- Layer the grenadine with a long spoon—or use the end of a wooden spatula in a pinch
- Go for a highball or Collins glass so you can really see those layers—those tall, clear glasses show off the colors best
Plan Ahead Tips
- Mix the lemonade and whisky in a pitcher in advance, then top with soda and grenadine right before serving—keeps things bubbly and saves you hassle
Pro Tips
- Don’t mix it up! Let those layers settle—pour grenadine slowly for that epic sunset look
- If your lemonade tastes too sweet or fake, back off—tart and zingy is the way to go, so taste as you pour
- Crushed ice chills things fast and keeps it cold longer without making it watery—don’t be shy, fill the whole glass
I’ve spent years fussing with sparkling sips and juicy flavors, and honestly, the simplest combos (plus one wild card) always seem to get people talking. Handing someone a Beach Peach Lemonade—gold at the top, red below, sunset in a glass—just feels like giving them a piece of summer vacation. That’s the best kind of magic, right?
Common Questions
- → Can I swap out Crown Royal Peach for a different booze?
Definitely. Use regular whisky with a splash of peach liqueur or swap for peach vodka for that fruity kick.
- → Which lemonade works best here?
Honestly, lemonade squeezed fresh packs the most punch, but your favorite good bottled lemonade does the trick too.
- → How do I pull off the cool layered look?
Slowly drizzle grenadine over the back of a spoon right above your drink and it'll drift down on its own to settle at the bottom.
- → Any tips for making this alcohol-free?
Just use peach juice or nectar instead of the liquor and you'll have a tasty, booze-free mocktail.
- → Should I use fresh or frozen peach for the garnish?
If you can, snag fresh peaches. If not, thawed frozen or even canned peaches (just pick the ones in juice) are good stand-ins.