Peaches hit their peak in North Carolina from June through August, making this a natural seasonal choice when local fruit is at farmer's markets and chain stores alike—Harris Teeter, Food Lion, and Walmart all stock them affordably in summer. The ingredient list is straightforward: vanilla ice cream, almond milk, and whipped cream are pantry staples at any Charlotte grocer, while peach schnapps costs $12–15 per bottle at Food Lion or Walmart, driving the per-serving alcohol cost to roughly $3–4, though you'll have the bottle on hand for other drinks. The five-minute claim is honest for blending but glosses over the actual time if you're pitting a fresh peach—budget an extra two minutes for that step. This is a dessert, not a meal, and works best as a same-night indulgence rather than something that reheats; it's quick enough for weeknight guests but demands fresh assembly each time.