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Blackberry Bourbon Smash

Blackberry Bourbon Smash

By Traeger

Blackberries, thyme leaves and grilled limes give this bourbon drink an infusion of wood-fired flavor.

Prep Time

5 Min

Cook Time

10 Min

Pellets

Apple
Yields: 8 Servings

Ingredients

main
8 limes, halved
1/3 CupSugar
12 Ounceblackberries
1 Bunchthyme leaves
1 CupTraeger Smoked Simple Syrup
1 Quartsoda water
2 Ouncebourbon
Units of Measurement:

Step

  • Step 1

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

    00:15

    450 ˚F / 232 ˚C

  • Step 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.

    00:10

    450 ˚F / 232 ˚C

    Ingredients
    • 8  limes, halved

    • 1/3 Cup Sugar

  • Step 3

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

  • Step 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.

    Ingredients
    • 12 Ounce blackberries

  • Step 5

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

    Ingredients
    • 1 Bunch thyme leaves

  • Step 6

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

    Ingredients
    • 1 Cup Traeger Smoked Simple Syrup

    • 1 Quart soda water

  • Step 7

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

  • Step 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.

    Ingredients
    • 2 Ounce bourbon

  • Step 9

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

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