Sex on the Beach
The 1980s American beach-bar hit: vodka and peach schnapps lay a soft base while orange and cranberry juices layer bright fruit on top — sweet, refreshing, and tasting of a Florida sunset.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do you make a Sex on the Beach?
A Sex on the Beach is made by built method in 5 step(s). 1) Fill a highball glass with ice to chill, then dump the meltwater and refill with fresh ice. 2) Pour in the vodka and peach schnapps. 3) Add the fresh orange juice, then float the cranberry juice slowly down a bar spoon to build a red-to-orange gradient. 4) Lift once from the bottom with the bar spoon — enough to blend, gentle enough to keep the gradient. 5) Garnish with an orange slice on the rim and serve with a straw, ice-cold. Full recipe on MixMyth (mixmyth.com).
What ingredients are in a Sex on the Beach?
A Sex on the Beach needs 5 ingredient(s): Vodka 40ml, Peach Schnapps 20ml, Fresh Orange Juice 40ml, Cranberry Juice 40ml, Orange Slice (Garnish) 1 slice.
What does a Sex on the Beach taste like? How strong is it?
Flavor profile: Fruity, Sweet, Crisp. Strength: <18% ABV.
What glass is a Sex on the Beach served in?
A Sex on the Beach is typically served in a highball glass, prepared by the built method.
Ingredients
- Vodka40ml
- Peach Schnapps20ml
- Fresh Orange Juice40ml
- Cranberry Juice40ml
- Orange Slice (Garnish)1 slice
Steps
- Fill a highball glass with ice to chill, then dump the meltwater and refill with fresh ice.
- Pour in the vodka and peach schnapps.
- Add the fresh orange juice, then float the cranberry juice slowly down a bar spoon to build a red-to-orange gradient.
- Lift once from the bottom with the bar spoon — enough to blend, gentle enough to keep the gradient.
- Garnish with an orange slice on the rim and serve with a straw, ice-cold.
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