Georgia Peach Drink Recipe

This Georgia Peach Drink is a quick 5-minute homemade version of the fruity cocktail you’ll find at Cheesecake Factory. It’s sweet, peachy, and smooth — great for a chill night or easy weekend treat. No blender, no fancy stuff — just a few pours and a shake.

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Quick Summary

• Prep time: 5 mins
• Cook time: 0 mins
• Flavor: peachy, citrusy, fresh
• Great for: hot days, lazy evenings, no-effort chill drinks

Why I Like This Recipe

It’s honestly the laziest cocktail I make — and I mean that in the best way. I was tired, didn’t wanna play mixologist, just wanted something peachy and cold. Threw it together with what was left in the cabinet. Surprisingly solid. No syrupy weirdness, no blender cleanup. Just a few pours and a little ice.

Ingredients

• 90 ml (6 tbsp) Peachtree schnapps
• 30 ml (2 tbsp) white rum
• 30 ml (2 tbsp) orange juice (100%)
• 45 ml (3 tbsp) cranberry juice (not 100% pure)
• Ice cubes
• Peach slices, for garnish
• Fresh mint, optional

How To Make Georgia Peach Drink

1. Shake it up: Fill a cocktail shaker halfway with ice. Add the schnapps, rum, and orange juice.
2. Mix like you mean it: Shake hard for about 10 seconds. You want it cold — like, frosty glass kind of cold.
3. Pour: Add a few ice cubes to a small glass. Strain the peach mix over.
4. Color pop: Slowly pour the cranberry juice right into the middle. Don’t stir. It’s gonna sink and swirl a little — that’s what you want.
5. Garnish: Throw a peach slice on the rim. Maybe a sprig of mint if you’re feeling fancy. Done.

Tips for Success

• Use cold juice. Warmer juice waters down the drink faster.
• Don’t skip the cranberry part. It’s not just color — it balances the sweetness.
• Peachtree > peach liqueur. Not the same thing. Get the schnapps.
• Glass matters. Use something small — like 6–8 oz — for best effect.
• No shaker? Use a jar with a tight lid. It’ll work.

Storage and Leftovers

• Honestly… this isn’t a batch drink. Just make one when you want it. But if you have to prep ahead:
• Fridge: Mix the schnapps, rum, and OJ up to a day ahead. Add cranberry + ice only when serving.
• Freezer: You can freeze it in a popsicle mold. Weird but fun.

Frequently Asked Questions

• Can I make this without alcohol?
  Yeah. Sub peach juice for schnapps and skip the rum. Still solid.
• What brand of cranberry juice works best?
  Ocean Spray. Don’t use unsweetened or 100% cranberry — it’s way too tart.
• Can I use dark rum?
  You can, but it’ll change the flavor. Lighter is better here.
• Is this strong?
  Not really. It’s light — more refreshing than punchy.
• Can I batch this for a group?
  Totally. Just multiply everything. Don’t add the cranberry until you pour.

Common Mistakes and How to Dodge Them

• Using unsweetened cranberry juice
• It’ll kill the whole vibe. Use cocktail cranberry — like Ocean Spray.
• Skipping the shake
• No shake = flat flavor. Shake it cold. That’s key.
• Stirring the cranberry
• Nope. Just pour it in the middle. Let it do its thing.
• Wrong glass
• Big glasses mess up the color effect. Use a small one — 6 to 8 oz tops.
• Trying to make it “healthier”
• Not the time. This is a treat, not a smoothie. Let it be sweet and fun.

Nutrition Facts (Per Drink)

• Calories: 210 kcal
• Total Fat: 0g
• Saturated Fat: 0g
• Cholesterol: 0mg
• Sodium: 3mg
• Potassium: 90mg
• Total Carbohydrates: 17g
• Dietary Fiber: 0g
• Sugars: 15g
• Protein: 0g