This easy peach mocktail made with fresh or frozen peaches is a refreshing, non-alcoholic drink perfect for warm days. It requires just a few simple ingredients and can be ready in about 15 minutes.
Start by making a quick homemade peach syrup using your preferred peaches. Honey is used here instead of refined sugar to gently enhance the fruit’s natural sweetness. If you have extra peaches, they work well in salads, milkshakes, or other summer drinks. The syrup can also be combined with different herbs or sparkling beverages for a variety of flavors.
Easy Peach Drink Recipe
This non-alcoholic peach drink stands out because it’s:
- Simple – Uses straightforward ingredients and minimal prep; ready in under 20 minutes.
- Perfect for summer – A tasty way to use fresh or frozen peaches.
- Flexible – Easy to adapt with different herbs, juices, or sparkling bases.
I tested two methods: simmering the fruit and blending fresh peaches. Simmering yields a more concentrated peach flavor that holds up nicely against sparkling water. Honey and a sprig of thyme help lift the peach notes, though basil or mint are good alternatives.
Table of Contents
- Easy Peach Drink Recipe
- Ingredients
- Substitutions
- How to Make
- Pairings
- Make Ahead
- Mocktail Recipes
- Easy Peach Mocktail Recipe
Ingredients
Below are notes to help when shopping for the main ingredients. The full ingredient list appears in the recipe card further down.
- Peaches – Choose sweet yellow peaches if possible; donut or other firm varieties work well. Frozen peaches are a convenient alternative off-season.
- Water – The recipe uses both filtered water (to make the peach base) and sparkling water to finish the drink. A highly carbonated sparkling water gives a lively finish.
- Non-alcoholic herbal spirit (optional) – A bottled herbal blend can add complexity, but it’s optional. You can replace it with a splash of juice if preferred.
Substitutions
- Fruit – Other fruits like strawberries or blueberries work similarly when made into a syrup or puree.
- Sweetener – Honey can be swapped for granulated sugar or maple syrup.
- Herbs – Basil, mint, or lemongrass make good alternatives to thyme.
- Sparkling base – Club soda or ginger ale can replace sparkling water for a different flavor profile.
- Optional spirit – Replace a non-alcoholic spirit with extra peach syrup or a splash of citrus or berry juice.
How to Make
Step 1: Make the peach base
Combine sliced, peeled peaches, filtered water, honey, and 1–2 sprigs of thyme (or basil) in a small pot. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer for 5–7 minutes, until the peaches soften. Remove from heat and let cool 5–10 minutes, then mash the peaches to release more flavor.
Step 2: Strain
Strain the peach mixture through a fine-mesh sieve into a jar or bowl, pressing the fruit with the back of a spoon to extract as much juice as possible. Discard or reserve any pulp depending on your texture preference.
Step 3: Build the peach mocktail
Fill a short (lowball) glass with ice. Add 1 1/2 ounces of the peach-honey syrup, 3/4 ounce of the optional non-alcoholic herbal spirit or substitute, and top with sparkling water. Stir gently to combine and garnish with a sprig of thyme or fresh basil.
Pairings
This peach mocktail pairs nicely with appetizers and light dishes that feature fresh herbs, such as:
- Cottage cheese dip
- Tortilla pinwheels
- Burrata toast
- Burrata and peach salad
- Chickpea pasta salad
Make Ahead
The peach syrup can be prepared up to one week in advance and stored in the refrigerator in a sealed jar. Keep the sparkling water separate and mix individual drinks just before serving for best fizz.
Mocktail Recipes
Drinks
Sparkling Pear Mocktail
Drinks
Blueberry Mocktail
Drinks
Sparkling Ginger Pomegranate Mocktail
Drinks
Strawberry Mocktail Spritzer
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Easy Peach Mocktail
Equipment
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Fine mesh strainer
Ingredients
- 6 ounces fresh yellow peaches (sliced, skins removed) or frozen peaches
- 1 cup filtered water
- 3 tablespoons honey
- 5 sprigs of fresh thyme or basil leaves
- 8 ounces sparkling water or ginger ale
- 3/4 ounce Optional: non-alcoholic herbal spirit or substitute
Instructions
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In a small pot, combine peaches, filtered water, honey, and 1–2 sprigs of thyme or basil. Bring to a boil, then simmer 5–7 minutes until the peaches are soft. Remove from heat, let cool 5–10 minutes, and mash the peaches.
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Strain the peach mixture through a fine mesh strainer into a bowl or jar, pressing the fruit to extract the juice. Discard or reserve the pulp according to preference.
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To a lowball glass with ice, add 1 1/2 ounces peach-honey syrup, 3/4 ounce of the optional non-alcoholic spirit or substitute, and top with about 1/4 cup sparkling water. Stir and garnish with thyme or basil.
Notes
- The peach-honey mixture yields roughly enough for four mocktails, depending on how concentrated you make it.
- The optional herbal spirit adds depth but can be replaced with extra peach juice or a splash of lemon, pomegranate, cranberry, or mango juice.
- Sugar is an acceptable substitute for honey if preferred.
Nutrition
Nutrition information is an approximation.
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