Hairy NavelCocktail recipe
Rating
Can you make this?
Add the ingredients you have at home to your My Bar and we'll show you what cocktails you can make. Start off by adding the ingredients you have for this cocktail using the plus icons.
The Hairy Navel is a fun and fruity cocktail that offers a punchy mix of flavors. It combines the smooth, clean taste of vodka with the sweet and aromatic peach schnapps, which is then balanced with the bright and refreshing zest of orange juice.
This drink is typically served in a highball glass, which allows its vibrant orange hue to beckon sippers. The Hairy Navel is generally enjoyed for its easy-drinking nature, making it a popular choice for social gatherings or a casual day out in the sun.
Its name adds a playful touch, hinting at a stronger version of the classic Navel cocktails which include various fruity and citrus elements.
Microbadges
Can you make this?
Add the ingredients you have at home to your My Bar and we'll show you what cocktails you can make. Start off by adding the ingredients you have for this cocktail using the plus icons.
Tags
Method
How to make a Hairy Navel
- Vodka 45ml, Peach Schnapps 30ml, Orange juice 105ml
-
- Put some ice into a highball glass
-
- Pour in peach schnapps and vodka
-
- Top with orange juice, stir well, and garnish with an orange wheel and a cherry before serving
Power tips
Elevate the Hairy Navel with these master mixologist tips
Upgrade to premium
And receive world class tips on how to raise your cocktails to the next level.
Find out more- Upgrade to premium to receive power tips from top bartenders around the world. Raise you mixology game.
- Read the tweaks that take this simple cocktail to the next level of greatness. Become the next best mixologist which people all talk about.
Your private tasting notes
Featured in
FAQ's
Why is the Hairy Navel stirred and not shaken?
The Hairy Navel is stirred instead of shaken to gently mix the ingredients without creating too much dilution or introducing air bubbles. This method preserves the smooth texture and vibrant layers of flavor from the vodka, peach schnapps, and orange juice, ensuring a well-balanced and refreshing cocktail.
Can I substitute another juice for orange juice in a Hairy Navel?
Yes, you can substitute other fruit juices for orange juice in a Hairy Navel to suit your taste preference or to experiment with flavors. Common alternatives include pineapple juice, cranberry juice, or grapefruit juice. Just remember that substituting the juice will change the overall flavor profile of the cocktail.
What are some garnish ideas for a Hairy Navel?
A Hairy Navel can be garnished with a slice of orange, a cherry, or a peach slice to enhance its presentation and add a touch of freshness. These garnishes complement the flavors in the cocktail and make it more visually appealing, especially when served in a highball glass.
How does the alcohol content of a Hairy Navel compare to other cocktails?
The Hairy Navel has a moderate alcohol content of 12.5%, making it lighter than some cocktails such as a Long Island Iced Tea but stronger than others like a Mimosa. Its alcohol content positions it as a good option for those seeking a balanced cocktail that's neither too strong nor too weak.
Is the Hairy Navel suitable for any specific occasion?
The Hairy Navel, with its refreshing and fruity profile, is particularly suitable for summer events, casual gatherings, or poolside parties. Its light and easy-to-enjoy nature makes it a versatile choice for various occasions, especially those in warmer weather.
Upgrade your mixology
Become a member for free taking your cocktail making skills up to level 11. Or become a premium member to rise to cocktail greatness.
- Save your bar forever
- Access to our Cocktail Creator, allowing you to create your own wonderful concoctions.
- Access to Cocktail Colin; ask Cocktail Colin anything on an individual cocktail and he'll give you the answers you need.
- Create personalised cocktail menus for all your events, bars or parties
- Save cocktails to personalised 'Tried' and 'Want to try' lists
- Create and record tasting notes on cocktails
- Create lists of cocktails to share with friends and family
- A personalised MyBar URL, allowing you to share everything you can make with friends
- And much more ... (what to buy next, measurement choices, search personalisation...)
Have you tried our Wordpress Plugin?
Download our plugin and embed cocktail recipes directly onto your own site or blog.
Choose from our whole recipe database, or choose a specific cocktail made with a certain ingredient, and let us place a beautiful recipe on your own site.
Find out moreYou might also like
Experience this classic mix of vodka and gin
Vesper
Vodka, Gin, Lillet Blanc
Experience this vodka-lime and cola sensation
The BEMCo
Vodka, Lime juice, Cola, Sugar / simple Syrup
Explore this savory olive and vodka classic.
Dirty Martini
Vodka, White vermouth, Olive Juice
Dive into this perfect espresso and vodka blend
Espresso Martini
Vodka, Coffee liqueur, Sugar / simple Syrup, Coffee
Create a cocktail
Choose a theme and some ingredients, give us some description and we'll create an amazing cocktail for you.
Register as a Premium Make Me a Cocktail community member and get access to an even more powerful creator.
Start creatingBuild your bar
Tell us what you have at home and we’ll find a delicious cocktail for you to make right now.
Register as a Make Me a Cocktail community member and we’ll save your ingredients list so you can come back to it at any time.
Create My Bar
Cocktail Colin
Your cocktail expert
Hi! I'm Cocktail Colin
Ask me anything about this cocktail - how to make it, substitutions, variations, or any other questions!
Become a member to access Cocktail Colin
Become a member (for free) to pick Cocktail Colin's cocktail filled brain on everything on this cocktail, from substitutions, if you can use what you have, to serving suggestions and more.
Become a member
Comments