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Smut
Wine & SparklingMediumBeer mug

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Smut

Smut combines Red Wine, Peach Schnapps, Pepsi Cola, Orange Juice in a punch / party drink served in a beer mug. It is a strong fit for house party, brunch and feels right at home in a well-stocked cocktail rotation.

Taste profile

Balanced, light, balanced, and smooth.

Best for

Best for house party, brunch.

Quick fact

A sour is a traditional family of mixed drinks. Sours belong to one of the old families of original cocktails and are described by Jerry Thomas in his 1862 book How to Mix Drinks.

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Taste map

Strength

Balanced

Sweetness

Light

Sourness

Balanced

Bitterness

Smooth

Read: Smut is a medium alcoholic cocktail for house party with Red Wine, Peach Schnapps, Pepsi Cola.

Texture and serve cues

Has citrus
-Has bubbles
-Creamy texture
-Frozen style

Best for

Best for house party, brunch.

Glassware

Beer mug

More to know before you make it

A fuller read on the drink.

Flavor read

Expect a balanced profile with support from Red Wine, Peach Schnapps, Pepsi Cola.

Best pairing

Works well with brunch dishes, salty snacks, and lighter daytime food.

Serving style

Serve in a beer mug and aim for a medium prep that still feels polished in the glass.

Where it fits

Smut sits comfortably in the wine & sparkling cocktail tradition, with an approachable style for home bartenders.

Background

Why this cocktail keeps showing up.

A sour is a traditional family of mixed drinks. Sours belong to one of the old families of original cocktails and are described by Jerry Thomas in his 1862 book How to Mix Drinks.

Reference cards

Base spirit

Wine & Sparkling

Category

Punch / Party Drink

Alcohol

Alcoholic

Glass

Beer mug

Method

Mixed

Garnish

Usually finished with Orange Juice.

Updated

March 11, 2026

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