Sometimes, simple is best, and in the summer, this Crown Royal peach old fashioned is just that! Juicy peach flavor adds a fruity summer twist to this classic cocktail, for a drink that’s perfect for sipping in the sun. I add a nice big ice cube and soak up those rays!
What is a Crown Royal Peach Old Fashioned?
A Crown Royal peach old fashioned is a variation of the classic old fashioned cocktail, featuring Crown Royal peach whisky instead of plain whiskey or bourbon.
This cocktail blends smooth whiskey with the fruity notes of peach, creating a refreshing and slightly sweet twist on the traditional drink. Balance it out with some simple syrup and bitters to make it a well-rounded sip.
An old fashioned is best served over ice (the bigger the cube the better so it doesn’t dilute quickly) and garnished with a peach slice or a cherry for that finishing touch!
Katie’s tip
If peach isn’t your thing, make sure to check out my Crown Chocolate Old Fashioned and Crown Apple Old Fashioned recipe too.
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Crown Royal Peach Old Fashioned Ingredients
- 2 ounces Crown Royal peach whisky
- ½ ounce simple syrup (or to taste)
- 2-3 dashes bitters (peach or orange flavor)
- Ice cube
- Fresh peach slice and/or cocktail cherry garnish (optional)
Ingredient Tips and Substitutions
- You can also use 1 ½ ounces of your favorite plain whiskey or bourbon and add ½ ounce peach schnapps for flavor. Feel free to substitute a different brand of peach whiskey or bourbon in place of Crown as well (like Bird Dog, Jim Beam, etc)
- Regular simple syrup is fine, but peach flavor is also great here. You can sub a more natural sweetener like honey or maple syrup as well if preferred
- For some extra peach flavor, muddle a peach slice in your glass before assembling!
How to Make a Peach Old Fashioned
- Add the Crown Royal peach whisky and simple syrup to an old fashioned glass (or similar) and stir to combine
- Shake 2-3 dashes of bitters on top
- Add a large ice cube if desired (cube or sphere), and garnish with a slice of peach or cocktail cherry (optional)
- Enjoy!
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Recipe FAQs
How Is A Crown Royal Peach Old Fashioned Different From A Traditional Old Fashioned?
The main difference is the use of Crown Royal Peach whisky, which adds a distinct peach flavor, making the drink sweeter and fruitier than the traditional version.
Fresh fruit may also be added, and other peach flavored whiskeys or bourbons can be used in lieu of Crown to achieve a similar flavor profile.
What Type Of Ice Is Best For This Cocktail?
Large ice cubes or a single large ice sphere are ideal as they melt slower, keeping the drink cold without diluting it too quickly.
You can also enjoy this cocktail neat (with no ice) though it will be stronger. Alternatively, try adding a frozen cherry or frozen peach slices, which will add flavor and minimize dilution.
Is This Drink Suitable For Summer?
Absolutely, the fruity and refreshing peach flavor makes it a great choice for summer sipping.
Since an old fashioned is typically served on the rocks (with ice) it’s also cooling. With just a few simple ingredients, it makes it a great option for entertaining as well.
Can I Make A Non-Alcoholic Version Of This Drink?
While it won’t be the same, you can create a mocktail using peach-flavored soda or juice with some bitters and a splash of soda water.
This drink is difficult to make a mocktail version of since there are very few mixers involved. Feel free to still garnish with a cherry, though, for visual appeal!
What Other Flavors Pair Well With Crown Royal Peach Whisky In Cocktails?
Flavors like vanilla, ginger, lemon, and cinnamon complement the peach whisky well.
Feel free to add flavored syrups or sodas to create unique flavor and texture combinations in your cocktail.
Can I Pre-Make This Cocktail For A Party?
Yes, you can mix the whiskey, bitters, and simple syrup in a pitcher ahead of time, but add the ice and garnishes just before serving to maintain the best flavor and presentation.
You may also choose not to mix the sweetener in in advance, and let guests adjust the strength and sweetness to their personal tastes when serving.
What Food Pairings Go Well With A Crown Royal Peach Old Fashioned?
This cocktail pairs well with light appetizers like cheese and crackers, fruit platters, or even grilled meats with a sweet glaze.
It’s also a nice accompaniment to peach flavored desserts, such as cobblers, pies, or cakes, for an after dinner treat.
Can I Experiment With Different Sweeteners In This Cocktail?
Yes, you can use different sweeteners like honey, agave syrup, or flavored simple syrups to customize the sweetness and flavor profile of the cocktail.
Peach simple syrup is a great choice to reinforce the peach flavor of the drink, but blueberry and raspberry would also be good complimentary choices to try.
Peach Old Fashioned Recipe Pro Tips
- Just like a traditional old fashioned, this peach old fashioned is a relatively strong cocktail, as it primarily consists of whisky with minimal mixers. If it is too strong for you, add up to 1 ounce of cold water to dilute it for your tastes
- A Crown peach old fashioned is sweeter than a traditional old fashioned, since the whisky itself is slightly sweeter with the peach flavor. You can reduce or even omit the simple syrup if you’d like to reduce sweetness in your drink, or add a splash of orange or lemon juice to add a hint of tartness to offset it
Serving Tips for a Peach Old Fashioned
- The drink is typically served in an old fashioned glass, also known as a rocks glass or lowball glass. Any similar type of low whiskey glass works, though
- Garnishes are all optional, but you can use a slice of fresh peach, cocktail cherry, twist of orange peel, a cinnamon stick, or a combination thereof to complete your look
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Final Thoughts
This Crown Royal peach old fashioned is a simple, 3 ingredient cocktail that’s perfect for summer! Served over ice, it’s cooling, refreshing, and perfect for sipping.
While it’s a pretty strong cocktail since it has little in the way of mixers, you can cut it or doctor it up to your liking so you can enjoy the fruity sweet peach flavors.
For more great summer cocktail recipes, check out my whole collection of peach Crown drinks to try!
Crown Royal Peach Old Fashioned Recipe
Equipment
- Whiskey glass (or similar lowball style glass)
Ingredients
- 2 ounces Crown Royal Peach whiskey
- ½ ounce simple syrup (or to taste)
- 2-3 dashes bitters (orange or peach flavor)
- 1 large ice cube
- Fresh peach slice and/or cocktail cherry for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Add the Crown Royal peach whisky and simple syrup to an old fashioned glass (or similar) and stir to combine2 ounces Crown Royal Peach whiskey, ½ ounce simple syrup
- Shake 2-3 dashes of bitters on top2-3 dashes bitters
- Add a large ice cube if desired (cube or sphere), and garnish with a slice of peach or cocktail cherry (optional)1 large ice cube, Fresh peach slice and/or cocktail cherry for garnish
- Enjoy!
Notes
- You can also use 1 ½ ounces of your favorite plain whiskey or bourbon and add ½ ounce peach schnapps for flavor. Feel free to substitute a different brand of peach whiskey or bourbon in place of Crown as well (like Bird Dog, Jim Beam, etc)
- Regular simple syrup is fine, but peach flavor is also great here. You can sub a more natural sweetener like honey or maple syrup as well if preferred
- For some extra peach flavor, muddle a peach slice in your glass before assembling!
- Just like a traditional old fashioned, this peach old fashioned is a relatively strong cocktail, as it primarily consists of whisky with minimal mixers. If it is too strong for you, add up to 1 ounce of cold water to dilute it for your tastes
- A Crown peach old fashioned is sweeter than a traditional old fashioned, since the whisky itself is slightly sweeter with the peach flavor. You can reduce or even omit the simple syrup if you’d like to reduce sweetness in your drink, or add a splash of orange or lemon juice to add a hint of tartness to offset it
- Exact nutritional values will vary based on brand and flavor of ingredients, any garnishes added, and actual quantity consumed, so please consider this a guideline only
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