Traeger Kitchen
Grilled Peach Mint Julep
Prep Time
6
Hours
Cook Time
45
Minutes
Serves
4 - 6
People
Effort
What's this?
Peaches & bourbon = a match made in heaven. Muddled mint is topped with whiskey and grilled peaches for a smokin' cocktail you won't be able to put down.
Ingredients
1 Peaches, fresh
2 Ounce bourbon
1 Cup sugar
1 Cup water
2 Tablespoon Peppercorns, pink
10 Pieces fresh mint leaves
As Needed ice
1 lime wedge, for garnish
Steps
1
To make the whiskey peaches, cut a peach into slices. Soak peach slices in bourbon in the refrigerator for 4-6 hrs.2
For the Pink Peppercorn Simple Syrup: In a shallow pan, combine 1 cup sugar, 1 cup water, and 2 Tbsp of pink peppercorns.3
When ready to cook, set grill temperature to 180℉ and preheat, lid closed for 15 minutes. For optimal flavor, use Super Smoke if available.4
Cook syrup down on the smoke setting for 30 minutes, or until desired smoke flavor has been reached.5
For the Grilled Whiskey Peaches: When ready to cook, increase the grill temperature to 350℉ and preheat. Place the whiskey peach slices directly on the grill grate and cook 10-12 minutes or until peaches soften and get grill marks.6
To make the Julep: Muddle 1/2 oz Pink Peppercorn Simple Syrup with 10 fresh mint leaves, and 4 slices of grilled whiskey peaches. Add crushed ice over the rim of the glass. Pour bourbon over the crushed ice and stir. Garnish with 1 large sprig of mint and fresh lime. Enjoy!