A glass of orange-hued mocktail with a charred peach slice garnish and a salt rim.

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Smoky Orchard Ember

Name: Smoky Orchard Ember
Prep time: 10 min
Total time: 15 min
Yield: 1 serving
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 2 oz Smoked Peach Puree; 0.5 oz Tamarind Concentrate; 0.75 oz Fresh Lime Juice; 0.5 oz Agave Syrup; 3 oz Chilled Lapsang Souchong Tea; 2 oz Club Soda; Garnish: Charred Peach Slice

A sophisticated alcohol-free blend of grilled peach sweetness, tangy tamarind, and a hint of campfire smoke.

Editorial recipe guidanceThis page provides editorial development guidance; it does not represent a documented preparation claim.

Prep time

10 minutes

Total time

15 minutes

Serves

Difficulty

Easy

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Close up of tamarind concentrate being stirred into a peach and tea base.

Bright & refreshing

A balanced alcohol-free drink built around real citrus and fruit flavor.

Simple ingredients

Easy-to-find ingredients and an approachable home-bar method.

Perfect for occasions

Made for an everyday treat, dinner party, or celebratory pour.

Ingredients

Makes 1 serving. Ingredient quantities update with the selected batch size.

2 oz Smoked Peach Puree
0.5 oz Tamarind Concentrate
0.75 oz Fresh Lime Juice
0.5 oz Agave Syrup
3 oz Chilled Lapsang Souchong Tea
2 oz Club Soda
Garnish: Charred Peach Slice

Step-by-Step Instructions

1
Prepare the glass
Prepare the smoked peach puree by blending grilled peaches or adding a drop of liquid smoke to fresh puree.
2
Build the drink
Rim a chilled rocks glass with smoked sea salt if desired for extra depth.
3
Add the finishing touch
In a cocktail shaker, combine the peach puree, tamarind concentrate, lime juice, agave syrup, and chilled tea.
4
Garnish & serve
Add ice to the shaker and shake vigorously for 15 seconds until the exterior feels well-chilled.
5
Garnish & serve
Strain the mixture into the prepared glass over fresh large ice cubes.
6
Garnish & serve
Top with club soda and stir gently with a bar spoon to combine without losing carbonation.
7
Garnish & serve
Garnish with a charred peach slice and serve immediately while cold.

Recipe Tips

Use black tea and a drop of liquid smoke if Lapsang Souchong is unavailable.
Substitute honey for agave syrup for a richer floral note.
Use lemon juice if lime is too sharp for your palate.

Make It Your Own

For a crowd: Batch the tea, peach, tamarind, and lime mixture in a large pitcher. Add the club soda and ice only when serving to maintain carbonation and prevent dilution.

Easy swaps: Use black tea and a drop of liquid smoke if Lapsang Souchong is unavailable. Substitute honey for agave syrup for a richer floral note. Use lemon juice if lime is too sharp for your palate.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I use fresh tamarind?

Yes, but you must strain the pulp thoroughly to avoid a gritty texture in the drink.

How do I smoke the peaches without a grill?

You can lightly char them under a broiler or add a tiny drop of liquid smoke to a standard peach puree.

Is Lapsang Souchong necessary?

It provides the essential smoky depth; however, any robust black tea can work if you add a smoky element elsewhere.

Recipe by

Larry Leo

Editorial recipe guidance

This page provides editorial development guidance; it does not represent a documented preparation claim. Check the ingredient list, substitution guidance, and dietary labels before serving.

Recipe record updated: September 9, 2026

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