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Turn a chilled bottle of Sauvignon Blanc and juicy frozen peaches into your favorite summertime frozen drink. Those ice-cold peaches make this smooth and sweet in no time—and you get a subtly crisp flavor that always feels cooling on a hot afternoon.
One sweltering day, I whipped up these peachy drinks for a few friends in my backyard. They went faster than anything else on the table. Ever since, every summer cookout seems to need a batch (especially when peaches are super ripe).
Delightful Ingredients
- Fresh peach slices: Toss them in on top for a pop of color and a hint of real peach aroma
- Water: Needed to mix with the sugar and make a simple syrup
- Sauvignon Blanc: Grab a crisp, dry bottle so it doesn’t get too sweet
- Granulated sugar: Helps bring everything together—think simple syrup magic
- Frozen peaches: Freeze your own for max flavor, but store-bought is totally fine
Simple Steps
- Serve and Garnish:
- Pour your blend into ice-cold glasses fast, since it starts to melt right away. Top with a peach slice for the finishing touch.
- Add Your Wine:
- As the blender runs on medium, slowly pour in the cold Sauvignon Blanc. This way, it all mixes in smooth and you avoid splashes. Once all the wine’s in, blend for another half minute until it looks completely slushy.
- Blend it Up:
- Drop frozen peaches and your cool simple syrup in the blender. Go high speed until it’s totally smooth—kind of like sorbet, with no chunks left behind.
- Mix Up Some Syrup:
- In a small pan, heat water and sugar. Stir nonstop for a few minutes so the sugar melts all the way. When it looks clear, pull it off the heat and let it be until it’s totally cool—don’t rush it or you’ll melt your frosty drink too soon.
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The best part? Watching everyone react to that first sip. They’re always surprised at how well the peach flavor comes through without being too much. My husband thought it’d be super sweet, but now he asks for it whenever we’re eating outdoors and it’s hot out.
Top Wine Choices
Your pick of wine makes all the difference. Sauvignon Blanc is awesome here because its zippy citrus edge goes great with peaches. Look for one with hints of tropical or citrus. Those grassy types don’t work as well. Honestly, bottles from New Zealand are perfect in this mix, but any dry white will do in a pinch. Skip sweet wines—there’s already plenty of sugar added.
Make It Early
This frozen drink’s a hit for big groups since you can blend ahead. Put everything together up to four hours before you need it. Move the mix into a container that’s safe for the freezer. It won’t freeze solid thanks to the alcohol. When it’s time to serve, stir it up or give it a quick spin in the blender. Want to store it longer? Freeze just the puréed peaches and syrup, add the chilled wine last minute, and blend it all to finish.
Fun Twists
The classic version is great, but you can make it your own. Throw in a handful of basil or mint before blending for extra fresh flavor. Or, try splashing in some elderflower liqueur or a little peach schnapps for a fancier take. When you’ve got berries around, use some frozen strawberries or raspberries in place of half the peaches—the color pops and the flavor blends right in. However you tweak it, the whole thing’s pretty forgiving.
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Easy Pairings
This peach drink tastes great with summer bites like melon wrapped in prosciutto, seafood that’s light, or some goat cheese on toast. For dessert, try serving up small pours in shot glasses alongside shortbread or buttery cookies. Throwing a party? Put out the frozen mix and let guests pile on garnishes like berries, sliced citrus, and fresh herbs to make it their own.
Common Recipe Questions
- → What should I do to make this drink taste sweeter?
If you want it sweeter, just add extra simple syrup or pick a sweeter white wine like Riesling.
- → Is it okay to use regular peaches that aren’t frozen?
Totally! Just chop up some fresh peaches, freeze them first, and you’ll get the right taste and slushy feel.
- → What kind of white wine should I grab?
Sauvignon blanc is awesome because it’s crisp and bright, but you can try pinot grigio or what you enjoy.
- → How can I make it alcohol-free?
Instead of wine, go for white grape juice or some peach nectar and you’ve got a booze-free version.
- → Can I get this ready ahead of time?
These are best right after blending, but if you need to prep early, freeze the mix and blend it again before sharing.