Smoked Lemonade

Ingredients

• 1 cup Smoked Simple Syrup (Store‑bought Traeger brand or homemade smoked simple syrup)
• 1 cup Water (Filtered water)
• 1 cup Fresh Lemon Juice (Juice from grilled lemons (about 2 large lemons))
• 2 tbsp Turbinado Sugar (For coating lemon halves before grilling)
• 2 large Lemons (Halved; juice used and one wedge for garnish)
• 0.33 cup Vodka (Plain 80‑proof vodka)
• as needed Ice (Cubes or crushed)

Instructions

1. Prepare Smoked Simple Syrup (optional)

   If you don't have store‑bought smoked simple syrup, combine equal parts granulated sugar and water in a saucepan, simmer until the sugar dissolves, then place the pan on a pre‑heated 500°F grill and smoke for about 15 minutes. Let cool before using.

   Time: PT15M

   Temperature: 500°F

2. Grill Lemons

   Cut the lemons in half, dip the cut side into turbinado sugar, and place them cut‑side down on the hot grill. Grill for approximately 15 minutes until the sugar caramelizes and the lemon flesh is lightly charred.

   Time: PT15M

   Temperature: 500°F

3. Extract Lemon Juice

   Remove the grilled lemons from the grill, let them cool for a couple of minutes, then squeeze the juice into a measuring cup until you have 1 cup of juice. Strain to remove seeds and pulp if desired.

   Time: PT5M

4. Mix Cocktail

   In a mixing glass, combine 1 cup smoked simple syrup, 1 cup water, 1 cup grilled lemon juice, and 1/3 cup vodka. Stir gently for about 30 seconds until well blended.

   Time: PT1M

5. Serve Over Ice

   Fill a rocks glass with ice, pour the mixed cocktail over the ice, and garnish with a grilled lemon wedge.

   Time: PT1M

Nutrition Facts

Calories

510

Protein

0g

Carbohydrates

120g

Fat

0g

Fiber

0g