Limoncello-Gin Cocktail with Grilled Thyme

If you're firing up the grill already, throw some thyme sprigs over the fire to coax out the herb’s floral qualities.
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  2 large sprigs fresh thyme; more for garnish
  
  


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  1/2 fl. oz. (1 Tbs.) fresh lime juice
  
  


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  1-1/2 fl. oz. (3 Tbs.) gin, preferably Bluecoat American Dry
  
  


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  1/2 fl. oz. (1 Tbs.) limoncello, preferably Averna Limoni di Sicilia
  
  

Prepare a gas or charcoal grill fire for direct cooking over medium-high (500°F) heat. Grill the thyme sprigs until fragrant and lightly charred, about 15 seconds. In a mixing glass or cocktail shaker, gently muddle the grilled thyme with the lime juice. Add the gin and limoncello and fill the shaker with ice. Stir well. Strain into a chilled rocks glass filled with fresh ice, garnish with thyme, and serve.

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