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Grilled Peach Mint Julep

Grilled Peach Mint Julep

By Traeger Kitchen

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.

Prep Time

15 Min

Cook Time

45 Min

Pellets

Pecan
Yields: 1 Servings

Ingredients

Whiskey Peaches
1 Wholepeach
2 Ouncewhiskey
Pink Peppercorn Simple Syrup
1 Cupsugar
2 Tablespoonpink peppercorns
main
10 Wholefresh mint leaves, plus more for garnish
2 Ouncebourbon
1 lime wedge, for garnish
Units of Measurement:

Steps

  • Step 1

    For the Grilled Whiskey Peaches: cut peach into slices, then soak peach slices in whiskey in the refrigerator for 4 to 6 hours.

    Ingredients
    • 1 Whole peach

    • 2 Ounce whiskey

  • Step 2

    For the Pink Peppercorn Simple Syrup: In a shallow pan, combine sugar, 1 cup water and pink peppercorns.

    Ingredients
    • 1 Cup sugar

    • 2 Tablespoon pink peppercorns

  • Step 3

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

    180 ˚F / 82 ˚C

    Super Smoke

  • Step 4

    Cook syrup down on the grill for 30 minutes, or until desired smoke flavor has been reached. Remove from the grill.

    00:30

    180 ˚F / 82 ˚C

    Super Smoke

  • Step 5

    Increase Traeger temperature to 350℉ and preheat. Place the whiskey peach slices directly on the grill grate and cook 10 to 12 minutes or until peaches soften and get grill marks.

    00:12

    350 ˚F / 177 ˚C

  • Step 6

    To make the Julep: Muddle 1/2 ounce Pink Peppercorn Simple Syrup with 10 fresh mint leaves and 4 slices of grilled whiskey peaches.

    Ingredients
    • 10 Whole fresh mint leaves, plus more for garnish

  • Step 7

    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!

    Ingredients
    • 2 Ounce bourbon

    • 1  lime wedge, for garnish

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