Steps

• 1

  When ready to cook, set Traeger temperature to 500°F and preheat, lid closed for 15 minutes.

  500 ˚F / 260 ˚C

  00:15

• 2

  Dip lemons cut side down, into the turbinado sugar. Place lemons cut side down directly on the grill grate and grill 5 to 10 minutes or until grill marks develop and sugar is caramelized. Remove from grill and set aside to cool.

  450 ˚F / 232 ˚C

  00:10

• 3

  Once the lemons are cool enough to handle, squeeze juice from lemon halves into a medium bowl. Run the lemon juice through a strainer and into a large pitcher.

• 4

  Add in simple syrup, vodka (if using), and 3 cups water. Stir to combine. Taste and adjust with more lemon juice, sugar or water until lemonade reaches desired balance.

• 5

  Add ice and serve. Garnish with lemon slices and mint if desired. Enjoy!