Sex on the Beach
Base Spirit
Vodka
Flavour Type
Fruity, Sweet
Cocktail Type
Modern
A fruity cocktail with vodka, peach schnapps, orange juice, and cranberry juice.
Origin/History
Originated in the 1980s in Florida, USA, as part of a marketing campaign for peach schnapps.
Serving Instructions
Shake vodka, peach schnapps, orange juice, and cranberry juice with ice, strain into a highball glass.
Occassion
Summer, Parties
Year of Creation
1980s
Classic/Modern
Modern
Garnishes
Orange slice
Aroma
Peach, Citrus
Texture/Consistency
Juicy, Refreshing
Pairings
Beach snacks, Light meals
Fun Facts
Named in a playful schnapps promotion.
Shaking/Stirring Instructions
Shake well with ice
Ingredients
- Vodka
- Peach schnapps
- Orange juice
- Cranberry juice
Preparation Method
- 30 ml vodka
- 30 ml peach schnapps
- 60 ml orange juice
- 60 ml cranberry juice
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