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There’s nothing like a glass of this sweet-tart peach lemonade to beat the heat. Juicy peaches mix with zippy lemonade and a kick of mint for a drink that lights up every backyard meal. This is my number one choice when I wanna kick back and cool off.
This drink started out as a way to use up a pile of peaches from the farmers market. Now I just make it every summer. My friends keep asking how to make it whenever I pour a glass.
Lively Ingredients
- Lemonade: Grab about eight cups of your go-to lemonade, homemade or store stuff works great. Pick one that isn’t very sweet to let the fruit shine for parties or big groups.
- Fresh peaches: You want them ripe and juicy but not super soft. Local, in-season ones are totally worth it for bigger flavor.
- Fresh mint: A spoonful, chopped up, adds a crisp freshness to everything. Find perky green leaves—skip any that look tired.
- Extra peach slices: Toss in some more fresh peaches (and lemon slices if you like) to make your drink look fancy and inviting.
Easy Step-by-Step
- Get the Lemonade Cold:
- Chill your homemade (or store bought) lemonade in the refrigerator so it’s icy and ready when you need it.
- Slice Your Peaches:
- Scrub the peaches, slice them off the pit, and toss the stone. Keep about a quarter of the slices to dress things up later.
- Blend with Mint:
- Put the rest of the peach slices into your blender along with a cup of lemonade and the mint. Hit blend till it’s all silky and the mint’s chopped up fine.
- Smooth It Out:
- Want it super smooth? Pour the blend through a strainer into your pitcher, pressing gently with a spoon to get all the good stuff.
- Mix and Dress Up:
- Pour in the rest of the lemonade and give it a good stir. Drop in those saved peach slices and maybe a few lemon rounds. Each glass gets a mint leaf and peach slice for that wow factor.
- Chill with Ice:
- Add a bunch of ice right before serving, or just fill your glasses with ice and top with the lemonade. That way, it stays frosty without diluting too fast.
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I just love fresh peaches here. They scream summer to me. I first whipped this up for my kid’s birthday party and now she asks for it every June.
Keeping It Fresh
Keep leftovers in a sealed pitcher or a jar in the fridge. It tastes best in the first day (about 24 hours) but hangs on well with the mint getting even punchier after a night. If it sits, give it a quick stir before pouring since the peach tends to settle to the bottom.
Swap Ideas
No peaches? Nectarines or thawed frozen peach slices come to the rescue. Out of mint? Basil totally works for a fun twist. If you want to lighten it up, try half lemonade and half sparkling water instead.
How to Serve
This peach lemonade is awesome ice cold at BBQs, picnics, or brunch. It goes great with spicy food, salads, or grilled chicken. Want to jazz things up? Add sparkling water, or splash in vodka for fun.
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A Sunny Day Favorite
This peach lemonade brings back those classic picnic vibes and Southern charm in every sip. Using juicy fruit and fresh mint always feels cozy and special with friends or family outside.
Common Questions
- → Can I use frozen peaches for this drink?
Totally! Just let frozen peaches thaw first. They’ll blend up with great flavor and make things extra smooth.
- → How do I make the drink less sweet?
Easy—use less sugar in the lemonade or squirt in more lemon juice if you’re after a sharp tang.
- → What kind of mint is best to use?
Regular spearmint brings a fresh pop, but really any gentle mint will pair nicely with these flavors.
- → Can I prepare this ahead of time?
You sure can. Blend it up and stash it in the fridge for a few hours. Just wait to toss in ice and the fresh mint till right before you serve.
- → What other fruits can be added?
Berries, slices of nectarine, or even a good splash of orange juice can all take it up a notch.