Thyme Out
A smoky and refreshing cocktail combining charred lemons, aromatic thyme, vodka, and agave syrup. This grilled citrus cocktail offers a unique twist on traditional lemonade with an elegant herbal finish.
Ingredients
- •8 whole lemons
- •16 sprigs thyme
- •2 cups ice cubes
- •4 cups ice water
- •1½ cups vodka
- •½ cup agave syrup
Cooking Instructions
- 1.
Wipe the grill grates with oil to prevent sticking. Build a high-heat fire. Your high-heat zone should have embers 1 to 2 inches from the cooking surface, with occasional flames licking it.
5 min
- 2.
Place the lemons, cut side down, over high heat until they are charred and soft, about 3 minutes. While the lemons char, using tongs, hold 8 of the thyme sprigs over high heat just until they start to color and give off wisps of smoke.
3 min
- 3.
Add the remaining 8 thyme sprigs to a cocktail shaker, squeeze in the lemon juice, and add a couple ice cubes. Shake very well and strain into a pitcher. Add the ice water, vodka, and agave, and stir until the agave is dissolved.
5 min
- 4.
Serve the drinks in ice-filled glasses garnished with a charred thyme sprig.
2 min
