Dekuyper Peachtree 750ML

DeKuyper Peachtree 750ML is the original peach schnapps liqueur, bottled at 15% ABV (30 proof) in a 750ml format. Since its 1984 launch, Peachtree has sold over 13 million bottles across more than 100 countries, earning a Silver Award at the London Spirits Competition for its bold peach flavor and easy mixing potential.

Quick Facts: ABV: 15% (30 proof)  |  Origin: The Netherlands  |  Peach Schnapps Liqueur  |  Brand: DeKuyper

Production & Heritage

DeKuyper traces its roots to The Netherlands and has been a cornerstone name in the liqueur world for centuries. Peachtree was introduced in 1984 as the first liqueur of its kind, effectively creating the peach schnapps liqueur category — the word "Original" in its branding is not mere marketing but a historical claim. Production involves carefully controlled fermentation and distillation followed by the infusion of natural peach flavors sourced from fresh fruit grown around the world, resulting in a crystal-clear spirit with an unmistakable ripe peach character.

Tasting Notes

Aroma: Clean and immediately recognizable ripe peach dominates the nose, followed by hints of confectioners' peach and a subtle peach melba sweetness. There is no heavy alcohol presence — the aromatics are bright and fruit-forward.

Taste: The palate opens with a richly flavored burst of tree-ripe peach that is slightly sweet but not cloying. A mild peppery alcohol note arrives at mid-palate, serving to balance the sugar and prevent the profile from becoming one-note. The overall impression is clean, smooth, and decisively peach-driven.

Finish: Medium-short, with dry peach skin and lingering peach melba notes. The finish is tidy and refreshing, leaving just enough sweetness to invite another sip or the next pour in a mixed drink.

How to Drink Peachtree

Peachtree is built for mixing — its moderate 15% ABV and concentrated peach flavor mean it integrates smoothly into cocktails without overpowering other ingredients. Sipping it chilled over ice works as a simple warm-weather refresher, but its real strength is behind the bar.

• Sex on the Beach: Peachtree is the canonical choice for this classic, providing the unmistakable peach layer that balances vodka, cranberry, and orange juice.
• Fuzzy Navel: Just Peachtree and orange juice — a two-ingredient cocktail that highlights its clean peach flavor with minimal distraction.
• Woo Woo: Vodka, Peachtree, and cranberry juice create a tart-sweet combination where the peach schnapps adds body and fruity depth.

Best For

• Stocking a home bar for summer cocktail parties
• Introducing someone to the world of fruit-based liqueurs
• Batch-mixing crowd-friendly drinks like Fuzzy Navels or punches
• Adding a peach accent to sparkling wine or lemonade for brunch

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Peachtree taste like? Peachtree delivers a richly flavored, slightly sweet profile dominated by ripe fresh peach, with a touch of confectioners' peach and a mild peppery note that balances the sweetness.

How does Peachtree compare to Bols Peach Liqueur? Both are Dutch-origin peach liqueurs popular for cocktail use, but Peachtree was the original product that defined the category when it launched in 1984. Bols Peach is a credible alternative, though DeKuyper Peachtree remains the world's best-selling peach liqueur by volume.

Is Peachtree good for cocktails? Peachtree is specifically designed for mixing; its London Spirits Competition Silver Award citation praised its "bold flavour and easy mixing potential," and it is the standard peach schnapps called for in classics like Sex on the Beach and the Fuzzy Navel.

Where is Peachtree made? Peachtree is produced by DeKuyper in The Netherlands, where the brand has deep roots in the Dutch liqueur-making tradition. The peach flavors are derived from fresh fruit sourced internationally.

What foods pair well with Peachtree? Vanilla ice cream or panna cotta benefits from a drizzle of Peachtree as a fruity complement. Grilled stone fruit like peaches or nectarines echoes its core flavor. Fresh berry salads gain depth from a splash of the liqueur. Mild soft cheeses like brie pair well with its gentle sweetness. Light sponge cakes or shortbread cookies also make natural companions.

What sizes does Peachtree come in? The standard and most widely available format is the 750ml bottle; DeKuyper also produces various sizes across its liqueur range, including 1L and 375ml formats depending on market availability.

Is Peachtree worth the price? Peachtree positions as an affordable, everyday liqueur — it sits firmly in the value tier of the fruit liqueur category, making it an economical way to stock a home bar with one of the most versatile cocktail modifiers available.

Why Peachtree?

DeKuyper Peachtree is not simply a peach liqueur — it is the peach liqueur that invented the category in 1984. More than 13 million bottles sold across over 100 countries is not an accident; the product delivers a clean, recognizable peach flavor at a moderate proof that makes it indispensable for a wide range of classic and contemporary cocktails. Its Silver Award at the London Spirits Competition confirms what decades of bartender reliance already suggested: Peachtree sets the benchmark that other peach schnapps are measured against. For anyone building a functional cocktail bar, it remains an essential bottle.