Thirsty Thursday: Grilled Peach Whiskey Sour

Name: Grilled Peach Whiskey Sour
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 15 min
Yield: 4
Ingredients: 1 cup whiskey; 1 peach, halved, pitted; 1 cup grilled peach whiskey; 1/2 cup lemon juice; 1/4 cup Texas Pepper Jelly Peach Mango Glaze; 1/4 cup egg white

Aug 01, 2024 • Tom Jackson

The Grilled Peach Whiskey Sour is a tantalizing cocktail perfect for a summer evening. To start, preheat your Yoder Smokers YS640s Pellet Grill to 450ºF, set up for direct grilling with GrillGrate grilling panels over the fire box. Halve and pit a peach, then grill it on the GrillGrates until it achieves a light char on both sides, roughly 5-8 minutes. Peel off the skin and blend the peach flesh with a cup of whiskey until smooth, creating a rich and smoky peach-infused whiskey. For each serving, combine 1 cup of this grilled peach whiskey, 1/2 cup of fresh lemon juice, 1/4 cup of Texas Pepper Jelly Peach Mango Glaze, and 1/4 cup of egg white in a shaker. Shake vigorously for about 15 seconds until the mixture is foamy. Add ice to the shaker and shake again to chill the mixture thoroughly. Serve the cocktail over a large ice cube in a rocks glass, allowing the vibrant flavors of charred peach, tart lemon, and sweet peach mango glaze to meld into a smooth, frothy, and refreshingly unique whiskey sour.

Grilled Peach Whiskey Sour

Tom Jackson

Rated 5.0 stars by 1 users

Servings

4

Prep Time

5 minutes

Cook Time

10 minutes

Calories

183

Level up your cocktail game with the Grilled Peach Whiskey Sour, a perfect blend of smoky, fruity, and tangy flavors that will impress any guest. This refreshing drink starts with peaches charred to perfection on a grill, infusing a cup of whiskey with a rich, smoky essence. When mixed with fresh lemon juice, a touch of sweet and spicy Texas Pepper Jelly Peach Mango Glaze, and a frothy egg white, it transforms into a vibrant and smooth cocktail. Serve it over a large ice cube in a rocks glass, and you'll have a show-stopping beverage that perfectly balances grilled fruit's bold flavors with the classic whiskey sour's tart and sweet notes.

Ingredients

Grilled Peach Whiskey:

1 cup whiskey
1 peach, halved, pitted

Drink (each):

1 cup grilled peach whiskey
1/2 cup lemon juice
1/4 cup Texas Pepper Jelly Peach Mango Glaze
1/4 cup egg white

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Directions

Preheat your Yoder Smokers YS640s Pellet Grill to 450ºF, set up for direct grilling (diffuser removed) with GrillGrate grilling panels installed over the fire box.
Grill the peach on the GrillGrates until lightly charred on both sides, about 5-8 minutes.
Peel the skin off of the peach. Place the flesh of the peach into the blender.
Add one cup of whiskey to the blender and blend the peach and whiskey until smooth.
For each drink, combine one quarter cup peach whiskey, two tablespoons lemon juice, one tablespoon Texas Pepper Jelly Peach Mango Glaze and one tablespoon egg white in a shaker. Shake vigorously until foamy, about 15 seconds.
Add ice to the shaker, then shake again to chill.
Pour the cocktail over a large ice cube in a rocks glass and garnish.

Recipe Note

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Recipe Highlights and Insights:

The Whiskey Sour is a classic cocktail with a rich history dating back to the mid-19th century. First recorded in 1862 in Jerry Thomas' "The Bartender's Guide," it quickly became a staple in bars across America. The drink's simple yet balanced mix of whiskey, lemon juice, and sugar made it a popular choice for its refreshing and invigorating qualities. Sailors originally drank a similar concoction to prevent scurvy during long sea voyages, blending spirits with citrus juice. Over the years, the Whiskey Sour has evolved, with various adaptations and enhancements, including the addition of egg white for a creamy texture. Today, it remains a beloved cocktail, cherished for its timeless appeal and versatility.