Do you ever rediscover a thing that you forgot you loved? Then when you find it all over again it's like the time apart never passed at all? Is it awkward that's how I feel about sorbet?
I mean ice cream is still great, but I am sorbet obsessed this summer. Fresh, light, sweet - just enough to quench that sweet tooth. Kind of like these Summery Peach Basil Gin Floats, but also quenching your need for a summer cocktail.
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Peach Basil Gin Floats
One part boozy, one part slushy, one part fizzy, all parts summer. Peach Basil Gin Floats are a simple way to beat the heat with a summertime cocktail. Like, porch sitting, bare feet, taking in a little breeze kind of feeling.
Or when its one of those hooooot days and the air is thick and seems to stick to you in the super gross way. Sound the alarm because these adult sorbet floats are coming to the rescue and here's the simple list:
- Gin
- Fresh Basil
- Peach Sorbet (Hellloooooo Haagen-Dazs)
- Something Fizzy - either club soda (less sweet, still bubbly) or tonic water (a touch sweeter, more gin and tonic-y)
Personally, I'm team club soda. I'd rather eat my sugar - like in these cheesecake bars - than drink it. SO the sorbet adds just the right amount of sweet. But if gin and tonics hold a dear place in your heart, this peach-y spin will do you right.
Picking your gin
I'm a big believer in using what you've got. For us, we're not big gin drinkers so that usually means a bottle of something that someone brought over 3 years ago for some random get together. Might as well make space in the cabinet for something else.
BUT.
If you're not a a frequent gin drinker, the herbaceousness of the juniper that gives gin it's characteristic 'Christmas Tree' taste can be overwhelming. For this cocktail, I'd highly recommend a brand that is a little less spice, like Hendrick's Gin. It's distilled with Cucumber and Rose so its lighter and fresher and a little easier to adjust to. Plus it won't overpower the basil and peach.
That being said it tends to run on the higher side of the price point, so if the well brand is what's in your budget - have at it my friend.
Make ahead tips
You'll get about four floats from one pint of sorbet. If you're looking for insta-worthy cocktails to make your friends swoon, here are a few pointers:
- Let the sorbet sit out about 5 minutes to soften
- Scoop with an Ice Cream Scoop
into evenly sized balls - Place in a storage container lining each row with parchment paper and refreeze (these Pyrex Storage Containers are my favorite and worth the investment)
- Peach slices and extra basil for garnish (and after drink snacks)
- Chill the soda or tonic to keep the sorbet from melting too quickly
- Stainless Steel Drinking Straws to sip on, because let's all do our part to use a little less plastic
into evenly sized balls
are my favorite and worth the investment)
to sip on, because let's all do our part to use a little less plasticWhether you're in it for the 'grams or just looking for the perfect summer sipper these Peach Basil Gin Floats have got you covered!
Summery Peach Basil Gin Floats
Ingredients
- 8 ounces gin
- 1 bunch basil
- 1 pint peach sorbet
- 2 cans club soda or tonic water
- optional: extra basil and peach slices for garnish
Instructions
- Muddle: In each glass, muddle 3-4 basil leaves.
- Scoop: Add three scoops, about ⅔ cup, peach sorbet per glass.
- Add Booze: Pour 2 ounces of gin over sorbet in each glass.
- Top Off: Top with soda or tonic water.
Michelle Blackwood says
I don't drink alcohol but I'm intrigued by the peach sorbet and basil. Sounds like a flavorful combo, perfect for summer!
Michele says
This looks like the perfect summer cocktail! Def need to put this on my to-make list. Looks so refreshing!
Heather says
These are super refreshing and are perfect for this time of year! I love your make ahead tips and the flavor combination is perfect.
Eileen Kelly says
I am drooling over this one! What a fun and festive summer cocktail! I love peaches and making a cocktail with peach sorbet and gin is awesome! This is a perfect drink for the hubs and I to enjoy watching the sunset at our beach.
Vanessa Price says
Whip me up an entire pitcher of these, please! I love these flavors together. Just beautiful.
Sues says
Gin, peach sorbet, and basil?? I am SO here for this. Pretty much my dream drink!
Jennifer says
Oh my goodness! I love a good 'boozy' ice cream drink. They're so good, especially in the summer time or to celebrate any special event!
Karyl Henry says
I have so much fresh basil in my garden, and this looks like such a great way to use some up! I'm definitely going to have to give this a try
Amanda says
Hello Haagen-Dazs is right! I'm not a fan of gin, but with peach sorbet, I might actually enjoy it!
Ruchi says
Peach and basil is an outstanding combo, also when paired with gin...:) Summer parties favorite and so refreshing!
Tamara Andersen says
I just happen to be a gin drinker, so this lovely summer cocktail is calling my name... I've got half a bottle of it in my liquor collection right now 😉 I know the peach basil combination with the gin is something special!
Sanna says
A glass of this plus this hot weather, my day is complete. This looks so refreshing and bright!
Alisha Rodrigues says
I'm so eager to try it out. I think this blend is perfect, love the combination of flavors. Also a special mention of how beautiful the images on your blog look.
Lauren says
Thank you Alisha!!
Anna says
Oh Lauren, these look so quenching! I just would love to sit with one of these in my garden right now! Definitely adding some gin to my weekly grocery shopping to make these!