Step

• 1

  When ready to cook, set Traeger temperature to 450° and preheat, lid closed, for 10 to 15 minutes.

  450 ˚F / 232 ˚C

  00:15

• 2

  Dip cut side of limes in granulated sugar and place directly on the grill grate cut side down. Grill 10 minutes or until grill marks develop.

  450 ˚F / 232 ˚C

  00:10

• 3

  Remove from grill and let cool. When cool enough to handle, juice limes and reserve.

• 4

  Combine the blackberries with 2 Tbsp sugar. Using the rim of a glass or a fork, lightly crush the blackberries to allow some juice to escape.

• 5

  Add 2 sprigs of thyme. Allow the blackberries to sit in the sugar for 30 minutes. Remove the thyme sprigs.

• 6

  Combine the lime juice and Traeger Simple Syrup. Stir in the crushed blackberries. Add 3 cups of the club soda and stir.

• 7

  Taste, adding more club soda if desired. This mixture can be served as a non-alcoholic drink.

• 8

  To make the Blackberry Smash, fill a Collins glass with ice. Pour in 1/2 cup of the blackberry-limeade, then 2 oz of your favorite bourbon.

• 9

  Stir to mix and garnish with a thyme sprig. Enjoy!