Cocktail recipe

Orchard Picnic recipe.

Apple brandy and peach purée make the base of this orchard highball. Lemon keeps the fruit fresh and ginger ale adds a sweet sparkling finish; mix the purée before topping.

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Orchard Picnic

Description

Apple brandy and peach purée make the base of this orchard highball. Lemon keeps the fruit fresh and ginger ale adds a sweet sparkling finish; mix the purée before topping. Build and top gently to preserve the bubbles.

Ingredients

  • 40 ml Apple Brandy
  • 30 ml Peach Purée
  • 20 ml lemon juice
  • 70 ml Ginger Ale

Instructions

  1. Prepare the serving glass. Use fresh ice for a rocks, highball or wine-glass serve; chill stemware for a drink served without ice.
  2. Measure 40 ml Apple Brandy, 30 ml Peach Purée, 20 ml lemon juice into a shaker with plenty of ice. Shake for 12–15 seconds, then strain into the prepared glass.
  3. Gently add 70 ml Ginger Ale. Stir once to combine without flattening the bubbles.
  4. Finish with the suggested garnish and serve immediately.

Recommended glassware

Highball Glass
Highball Glass (recommended)

A tall everyday glass for mixed drinks with ice and a longer pour.

240–350 ml Tall cylindrical shape with room for ice and mixer.

Best for: Moscow Mule, Dark and Stormy, Scotch Highball, Rum and Coke, Mojito variations.

Garnish: Good for wedges, spears, herbs, and long-drink garnishes.

Quick facts

5 mins Easy Approx. 9.4% ABV 1.6 units Cubed ice
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