Leftover spirits? Not a bad problem to have! If you know how to use up your extras, of course.

We’re here to help with that.

What You Have

Extra: Whiskey

What You Need

• Lemons
• Peach Bitters
• Agave Nectar or simple syrup
• Mezcal Peach Syrup*

What You'll Make

Deep South Cocktail

Recipe

• 1.75 oz Rye Whiskey
• 3 dashes Peach Bitters
• 1 oz Fresh Lemon Juice
• 1 oz Mezcal Peach Syrup*

Instructions

In a shaker, combine all ingredients with ice (excluding garnish). Shake well. Fine strain into a rocks glass with over a large cube. Garnish with lemon & peach slice.

*Mezcal Peach Syrup

Remove pits from 2 ripe peaches and cut into half-inch cubes. Pour 2 oz mezcal into a saucepan and place on medium-high heat. Add cubed peaches and 3 oz of agave or simple syrup to the pan. Bring to boil for 5 minutes and then reduce to a simmer for another 15 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool. Add mixture to a blender with 4 oz of peach nectar and purée until smooth.