The 1980s are calling.
Here, learn how to make the classic Fuzzy Navel for you or for a party.
What Is a Fuzzy Navel?
Credit:Caitlin Bensel; Food Stylist: Torie Cox
A Fuzzy Navel is a two-ingredient cocktail made with orange juice and peach schnapps.
Like a less boozymimosa, this is a great treat for a weekend morning or brunch cocktail.
Why Is a Fuzzy Navel Called a Fuzzy Navel?
Credit:Caitlin Bensel; Food Stylist: Torie Cox
Fuzzy Navel has nothing to do with body parts and hygiene and all to do with the ingredients.
What Is Peach Schnapps?
It’s very fruit-forward and sweet.
Credit:Caitlin Bensel; Food Stylist: Torie Cox
It can also be quite bitter.
Most recipes that use schnapps have a go at balance it with something less assertive.
It provides such strong flavor, that the other ingredients act to mute it slightly.
Credit:Caitlin Bensel; Food Stylist: Torie Cox
What Other Drinks Use Peach Schnapps?
Add orange juice and peach schnapps.
Stir briefly to combine.
Credit:Caitlin Bensel; Food Stylist: Torie Cox
Garnish with peach slice, orange slice, and/or fresh mint.
Frequently Asked Questions
A Fuzzy Navel is made with two ingredients: orange juice and peach schnapps.
The Fuzzy Navel was a favorite, along with daiquiris and margaritas.
Credit:Caitlin Bensel; Food Stylist: Torie Cox
