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Definition
An alcoholic beverage made by fermenting peach juice, offering a fruity, sweet, and aromatic flavor profile. Can be still or sparkling.
Sensory Profile
TasteSweet, Fruity (peach-forward), Floral, Mildly Tart
TextureSmooth, Syrupy (dessert styles), Light-bodied (dry styles), Effervescent (sparkling)
AromaIntense Peach, Floral, Honey, Citrus notes
AcidityMedium
Technical Metrics
Nutrition Facts
Per 147g (5 oz) Calories90 kcal
Total Fat0 g
Saturated Fat0 g
Trans Fat0 g
Cholesterol0 mg
Protein0.1 g
Total Carbohydrate8 g
Dietary Fiber0 g
Total Sugars7 g
Calcium2 mg
Iron0.1 mg
Potassium50 mg
Chef’s Secret
Use peach wine in marinades for chicken or pork to add a subtle fruity sweetness and tenderize the meat. Reduce it into a syrup for dessert toppings.
Substitutions
Best Match
White Wine + Peach Nectar
1:1 wine:nectar (adjust to taste)
Closest flavor profile for cooking or drinking, can adjust sweetness.
Peach Schnapps (non-alcoholic)
1:1Concentrated peach flavor, but lacks the complexity and alcohol.
Apple Cider (sweet)
1:1Provides fruitiness and sweetness, but different flavor profile.
Peach Juice
1:1Non-alcoholic, pure peach flavor, no fermentation complexity.
Buying Guide
Look in the fruit wine or dessert wine sections. Check for "100% Peach Wine" vs. blends.
Flavor Pairings
Desserts (peach cobbler panna cotta) mild cheeses light poultry spicy Asian cuisine.