Garden Gimlet Cocktail

Steps

• 1

  When ready to cook, set Traeger temperature to 180°F and preheat, lid closed for 15 minutes. For optimal flavor, use Super Smoke if available.

  180 ˚F / 82 ˚C

  Super Smoke

• 2

  To make smoked lemon and rosemary honey syrup, thin 1 cup honey by adding 1/4 cup water to a shallow pan. Add lemon zest and 2 sprigs of rosemary.

  Ingredients

  • 1 Cup honey

  • 2  lemons, zested

  • 2 Sprig rosemary, plus more for garnish

  • 1/4 Cup water

• 3

  Place the pan directly on the grill grate and smoke for 45 minutes to an hour. Remove from heat, strain, and cool.

  180 ˚F / 82 ˚C

  Super Smoke

• 4

  In a cocktail shaker, muddle the cucumbers and 1oz of the smoked lemon and rosemary honey syrup.

  Ingredients

  • 2 Slices cucumber

• 5

  After muddling, add lime juice, vodka, and ice. Shake and double strain into a coup glass.

  Ingredients

  • 3/4 Ounce lime juice

  • 1 1/2 Ounce vodka

• 6

  Garnish with a sprig of rosemary. Enjoy!