Elite 8 Punch Cocktail

Steps

• 1

  When ready to cook, set Traeger temperature to 350°F and preheat with the lid closed for 15 minutes.

  350 ˚F / 177 ˚C

• 2

  Use a vegetable peeler to peel the skin off of the oranges and lemon into 1-inch-wide strips. Juice the lemon in to a small liquid measuring cup or container, then set the peels and lemon juice aside. Cut the oranges in half.

  Ingredients

  • 2  oranges

  • 1  lemon

• 3

  Brush the cut sides of the oranges with agave and place directly on the grill grates, cut-sides down. Close the lid and grill until slightly charred, 20-30 minutes. Let cool, then squeeze the juice into a liquid measuring cup or small container

  350 ˚F / 177 ˚C

  Ingredients

  • To Taste Agave syrup

• 4

  Meanwhile, toss the orange and lemon peels in granulated sugar until well-coated. Place the peels directly on the grill grates, close the lid, and cook until the oils caramelize and the edges are toasted.

  350 ˚F / 177 ˚C

  Ingredients

  • To Taste granulated sugar

• 5

  In a shaker glass, combine the brandy, bourbon, Traeger Smoked Simple Syrup, 1 1/2 ounces grilled orange juice, 1/2 ounce lemon juice, and bitters. Add ice and shake until very cold.

  Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 Ounce B&B French Brandy

  • 1/2 Ounce bourbon

  • 1/2 Ounce smoked simple syrup (homemade or store-bought)

  • 2 Dash bitters

  • As Needed Ice

• 6

  Add fresh ice to a large glass and strain the cocktail into the glass. Top with the Redd's Apple Ale and garnish with a grilled orange and lemon peel. Enjoy!

  Ingredients

  • 1  (12 oz) bottle of Redd's Apple Ale