The Fuzzy Navel is a popular cocktail made with equal parts peach schnapps and orange juice, often served over ice and garnished with fresh fruit. Variations include adding vodka or coconut rum, using different juices, or making Jello shots. Non-alcoholic versions are also possible. As with any alcoholic beverage, it should be consumed in moderation.
The Fuzzy Navel is an alcoholic cocktail that has been around since the 1980s. It is made by mixing equal parts peach schnapps and orange juice. Made with a refreshing juice and usually served over ice, it’s a common beverage for brunches, bridal showers, and other festive daytime gatherings. The name comes from the two ingredients in the drink. The peach portion makes up the “fuzzy” component and the orange completes the “navel” portion of the drink.
Although the real Fuzzy Navel is made with orange juice and peach schnapps, there are countless variations. Regardless of the variation, the drink is best when served with fresh fruit juice and shaved ice. It is commonly garnished with a fresh orange slice.
Some people prefer to have a Fuzzy Navel with a little more alcohol. In these cases, there are many options. For example, a drop or two of vodka can be added to orange juice and peach schnapps. The result is a hairy navel. If coconut rum is added to orange juice and peach schnapps, the drink is called NASA Truth Serum.
There are versions of Fuzzy Navel that replace the orange juice with other juices. For example, instead of orange juice, lemonade can be used. If cranberry juice is used instead of orange juice, the drink is called WooWoo.
A Fuzzy Navel doesn’t always have to be served over ice. Some people prefer to drink their adult beverage as frozen or slushy. In these cases, orange juice and peach schnapps can be mixed with ice, to form a smooth, ice-cold drink.
Occasionally, people may opt for a shot of Jello. Fuzzy Navel jelly shots are made when peach schnapps is added to orange jelly and water. Once the jello shots reach the right consistency, they are eaten, the same way one would eat Jello. These are especially popular with the younger and drinking age crowd.
Some people may enjoy the taste of the Fuzzy Navel, but may not want to indulge in the alcohol. There are non-alcoholic versions of the drink that are very simple to make. Simply add the peach syrup to the orange juice and then pour the concoction over ice. An orange can still be used as a side dish, although many people prefer to top it with a maraschino cherry.
As with any alcoholic beverage, Fuzzy Navels should be consumed in moderation. If someone is going to drink alcohol, he shouldn’t be driving a vehicle. Fuzzy Navels and other cocktails can taste great because the strong taste of the alcohol is hidden. As a result, it’s easy to have alcohol sneak up on people, especially if they’re drinking in a social setting.
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