Grilled Lemonade? A Delicious Surprise from Your Grill

Southern Living

Use your grill for more than just meat this summer. Try this Grilled Lemonade recipe for a refreshing twist on the classic.
























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Step 1: Cut and Grill
























Cut about 16 lemons in half. Dip sides in sugar, and place over hot coals. Make a rosemary simple syrups by pouring equal parts water, sugar, and honey into a disposable aluminum foil pan. Add a few fresh rosemary sprigs, and place pan on grill.

Grill about 10 minutes or until you see a golden caramelized color on the lemons. Meanwhile, your simple syrup should be heating up nicely and getting lots of good flavor from those sprigs.

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Step 2: Strain and Enjoy!
























Let the grilled lemons cool slightly. Place a wire-mesh strainer in a pitcher, and squeeze the juice from the lemons. (The heat softens the lemons for easy squeezing.) Add water and rosemary simple syrup to taste. Add a splash of bourbon for a mellow finish; serve over ice.

Article and Photos by Shannon Satterwhite

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