Cooking With Bourbon

Pecan Pie

Replace the vanilla extract with a vanilla heavy Bourbon. I suggest TX Blended Whiskey or Evan Williams Black.

Caramelized Onions

When your onions have cooked down and are at their desired caramelized color, de-glaze your pan with just a splash of Bourbon. Continue cooking until the liquid has evaporated. Here I like to use Bulleit or Knob Creek.

Adult Peach Bourbon Sundae

Super easy! Sauté slices of fresh peaches; when tender and juicy, toss with brown sugar and baking spices. Remove from heat and stir in desired amount of Bourbon. Wild Turkey 101 and Four Roses work great here and the peaches go great over ice cream or yogurt.

Maple Bourbon Bacon

Bring ¼ cup maple syrup and 3 tablespoons of Bourbon to a boil in a saucepan and let cool. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and bacon. Bake the bacon at 350 degrees for 10 minutes. Remove from oven and brush with maple Bourbon; continue cooking for about 10 more minutes or until bacon reaches desired crispiness. Use Maker's Mark for a lighter flavor or Woodford Reserve for a stronger kick.

Bourbon Brown Sugar Sweet Potatoes

In the south, it's traditional to top sweet potatoes and sweet potato casserole with brown sugar. Toss your brown sugar topping with a splash of Bourbon before topping the tubers for an extra treat! I use Elijah Craig for a little oaky note and Old Tub for a sweeter vanilla kick.