What ingredients are in a Smut?

1/3 part Red wine, 1 shot Peach schnapps, 1/3 part Pepsi Cola, 1/3 part Orange juice

What glass do you use for a Smut?

A Smut is traditionally served in a Beer mug.

How strong is a Smut?

A Smut has an estimated ABV of 10.71%.

How many calories are in a Smut?

A Smut contains approximately 143 calories per serving.

Smut

Glass Beer mug

Difficulty Medium

Calories ~143 kcal

ABV 10.71%

Ingredients

Red wine 1/3 part
Peach schnapps 1 shot
Pepsi Cola 1/3 part
Orange juice 1/3 part

Instructions

Throw it all together and serve real cold.

Strong Classic

The Smut is an informal party drink combining red wine, peach schnapps, cola, and orange juice in a beer mug, served cold. It is an unconventional combination designed to be accessible, sweet, and shareable rather than classically crafted. The drink's eclectic mix of wine, liqueur, and soft drink gives it a loosely sangria-like quality.

History & Origins

The Smut is a casual, modern drink of disputed origin with no documented history, likely developed as an informal house cocktail or party drink at some point in the late 20th century. Its ingredients suggest a pragmatic approach to mixing whatever is on hand into something palatable and sweet. The name is colloquial and adds to its reputation as an unpretentious, fun-oriented drink.

Tasting Notes

Aroma: Red wine fruit and peach schnapps sweetness alongside cola's caramel and vanilla notes. Palate: Very sweet and fruit-forward, with the peach schnapps and orange juice dominating; red wine adds a subtle tannin and berry backbone, while cola contributes effervescence and a cola spice. Finish: Sweet and slightly tart, with a lingering peach and cola note.

sweet fruity peach berry effervescent

Pro Tip

Serve very cold and use a high-quality dry red wine to balance the considerable sweetness of the schnapps and cola.

Data verified September 2017

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