The morning started with heavy rain. It was a complete downpour. I think what woke me was thunder. It was either that or the sound of water gushing out of downspouts. That day kicked off a string of wet, grey days with a winter chill. There was one thing I wanted more than anything. And that one thing was summer. I longed for shorts, flip-flops, and warm sunshine. Thoughts of going to the market and smelling all the fresh fruit and vegetables filled my head. All I could do was to mix up a sparkling peach cocktail to satisfy a craving for a season long gone.
Peaches are a highlight of summer in the south. Some year’s harvest are better than others. The best are when they are so juicy it is hard to hold them while peeling and slicing. I have to remember to hold them over a bowl to catch every drop. Oh what I would give for a bag of those peaches right now. Sigh. Hopefully this summer will bring one of those superb crops.
Meanwhile winter is at hand. Fortunately peach nectar and frozen peach slices are available. All you have to do is shake the nectar with peach brandy, orange juice, and lemon juice. Pour it over ice in glasses and top it with sparkling wine. Garnish with peach slices. Pretending it is summer while sipping on a sparkling peach cocktail is entirely up to you.
What do you crave in winter? Or at the end of the year? Is there something you must have before January arrives? Scroll down to see what some of my fellow Sunday Supper bloggers are craving. There are plenty of tasty recipes to be discovered. A big thank you to Cindy of Cindy’s Recipes and Writings for hosting our year end event. For more summery peachy recipes, take a look at Peaches and Cream Frozen Yogurt and Peach Sorbet.
Sparkling Peach Cocktail
Ingredients
- 2 ounces Peach Brandy
- 2 ounces Peach Nectar
- 2 ounces Orange Juice
- 1 teaspoon Lemon Juice
- 4 ounces brut sparkling wine chilled
- Peach slices for garnish
Instructions
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Shake brandy, nectar, orange juice, and lemon juice with ice and strain into 2 glasses filled with ice cubes.
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Top with sparkling wine and garnish with a peach slice.
Recipe Notes
Sparkling Peach Cocktail is made with peach brandy, peach nectar, orange juice, lemon juice, sparkling wine, and garnished with peach slices.
The fun of cravings is satisfying them. It’s also fun to see the variety of what others crave. Check out these recipes and don’t blame me if they cause any hankerings of your own:
Comfort Food Cravings
- Beef Tenderloin Citrus Arugula Salad from Family Foodie
- Chunky Beef Chili from MealDiva
- Cowboy Candy (Candied Jalapenos) from Rhubarb and Honey
- Creamy Veggie and Chip Dip from La Bella Vita Cucina
- Golabki (Stuffed Cabbage Rolls) from Healthy. Delicious.
- Jalapeno Poppers Wrapped in Bacon from Peanut Butter and Peppers
- Lightened and Loaded Potato Soup from Momma’s Meals
- Prime Rib Roast from Confessions of a Culinary Diva
- Roasted Cashews & Walnuts with Honey and Herbs from Delaware Girl Eats
- Russian Black Bread from Curious Cuisiniere
- Sausage & Pepperoni Stromboli from Casa de Crews
- Steak and Eggs from Nosh My Way
- Steak Tartare from The Texan New Yorker
- Swiss Onion Bread from The Foodie Army Wife
Quench Your Thirst Cravings
- French 75 Cocktail from Ruffles & Truffles
- Sparkling Peach Cocktail from Magnolia Days
Seafood Cravings
- Coconut Curry Mussels from The Wimpy Vegetarian
- Crab Artichoke Bread from Hezzi-D’s Books and Cooks
- Seafood Scampi from Cindy’s Recipes and Writings
Satisfy Your Sweet Tooth Cravings
- Apple Bundt Cake from Pancake Warriors
- Dark Chocolate Potato Chip Fudge from Nik Snacks
- Dulce de Leche Rice Krispy Treats from Bobbi’s Kozy Kitchen
- Hot Chocolate Milky Way Brownie Pie from Take A Bite Out of Boca
- Lower-Sugar Carrot Cake Jam from What Smells So Good?
- Maple Syrup Creme Brulee from Jane’s Adventures in Dinner
- Mint Infused Deep Dish Brownies from The Perfect Brownie
- Paleo Pound Cake from NinjaBaker
- Pizzelle from Eat, Drink and be Tracy
- Sweet Potato Sheet Cake from Pies and Plots
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Cindys Recipes and Writings says
I’ll need one of thse when the snow starts to pile up here!
Hezzi-D says
Yum. This is definitely reminiscent of summertime. Sounds amazing.
Katie says
Oh my goodness, this is a cocktail that’s right up my alley! And now I’m wondering how long until I can find some fresh peaches around town….
Laura Dembowski says
I have already busted into my stash of frozen peaches. I miss summer so much!
Jennifer @ Peanut Butter and Peppers says
Oh boy! This drink looks just amazing and refreshing! I am book marking it!
Nichole says
I’m loving the idea of frozen peaches/syrup to bring “summer” this winter – yum!
Christy @ Confessions of a Culinary Diva says
Gorgeous photos and cocktail! It looks like summer in a glass.
We should trade places, I live in perpetual summer and every winter I long for rain and cloudy days that are below 70. It doesn’t feel like the holidays when it is still in the 80’s.
Happy New Year!
Family Foodie says
This is what I am now craving!
Shaina says
Ohhh this sounds SO refreshing and yummy. I love peaches when they are in season down here in FL, I will definitely have to give this a try!
Tammi @Momma's Meals says
I could sip on one of these STAT!! Love the peach flavors. Happy New Year! Cheers!
Gwen @simplyhealthyfamily says
What a perfect way to chase off the grey skies!! I adore anything peach especially boozy! 😉
The Ninja Baker says
If you’re craving summer dearest Renee, please feel free to fly to Santa Monica CA. (It’s 60s-70ish weather.) We’ve got a fully equipped office apartment with WiFi waiting for you =) I’ll even make you a fresh version of your fantabulously cocktail full of Georgia peach cheer. For this Ninja Baker, cravings in winter include baked mochi with soy sauce or sweet bean paste.
Jennifer says
Shorts, flip-flops and sunshine – what a great recipe to bring back a little summer! I long for those things 2…
The Wimpy Vegetarian says
What a wonderful drink this is! And you’re right – peaches are a summer highlight in the south. My parents lived outside Charleston SC for a few years and my mom and I would go to a farm to pick some peaches to take home. They were the best peaches I’ve had to this day.
Sarah | Curious Cuisiniere says
This looks delicious! I’ll take a glass please!
Sarah says
This makes me crave Summer!
Constance J Smith says
Those are gorgeous!!
Julie @ Texan New Yorker says
Now you have me craving peaches too! And the cold is just getting started… Ugh! I agree, thank goodness for frozen peaches!
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