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Smoky Scotch & Ginger Cocktail

Smoky Scotch & Ginger Cocktail

By Traeger Kitchen

This cocktail is wrapped in wood-fired smoke. Brandied cherry juice, ginger and agave syrup are smoked and shaken together with scotch for a rich and aromatic drink.

Prep Time

5 Min

Cook Time

1 Hr

Pellets

Cherry

Ingredients

This recipe serves:

1

Units of Measurement:
Smoked Ginger Cherry Syrup
1/2 Ounce ginger syrup
1/4 Ounce brandied cherry juice
1/4 Ounce agave nectar
Cocktail
1 Ounce smoked ginger cherry syrup
2 Ounce scotch
3/4 Ounce lemon juice
1 Slice grilled lemon, for garnish
1 Whole cherry, for garnish

Steps

  • 1

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

    180 ˚F / 82 ˚C

    Super Smoke

  • 2

    For the smoked ginger cherry syrup: Place ginger syrup, cherry juice and agave nectar in a shallow dish and place the dish directly on the grill grate.

    180 ˚F / 82 ˚C

    Super Smoke

  • 3

    Smoke for 60 minutes, or until the mixture has picked up the smoke flavor. Remove from grill and allow to cool for 30 minutes.

    180 ˚F / 82 ˚C

    01:00

    Super Smoke

  • 4

    Place smoked ginger cherry syrup, scotch and lemon juice into a shaker tin and shake with ice. Strain into a glass over fresh ice and garnish with a grilled lemon wheel and cherry. Enjoy!

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