What Is Bourbon whiskey and How Can I Use It?
Here's everything worth knowing about bourbon whiskey and how to pick it, what it is, how to store it, and what to use instead, plus 86 recipes to cook tonight.
Nutrition
Nutrition Facts
Serving Size 1 fl oz (27g)Where found
Bourbon whiskey is usually found in the liquor section or aisle of the grocery store or supermarket.
Food group
Bourbon whiskey is a member of the Beverages US Department of Agriculture nutritional food group.
How much does bourbon whiskey weigh?
| Amount | Weight |
|---|---|
| 1 fl oz | 27 grams |
| 1 jigger 1.5 fl oz | 42 grams |
Related
Beverages
| In Chinese: | 波旁威士忌 | |
| British (UK) term: | ||
| en français: | bourbon | |
| en español: | whisky bourbon |
Recipes using bourbon whiskey
There are 86 recipes that contain this ingredient.
Christmas Memory Fruitcake
Christmas memory fruitcake steams then bakes a bourbon-soaked, dense old-fashioned fruitcake loaded with Brazil nuts, raisins, candied fruit, figs, and warming spices. Heirloom holiday recipe.
Very Orange Bundt Cake
Orange bundt cake with fresh orange juice and zest in the batter, finished with a warm bourbon-butter-sugar glaze that soaks into the hot cake. Freezes beautifully.
Christmas Fruit Cookies
Just like little fruitcakes! I soaked my fruit in the bourbon overnight. Easy recipe to put together and great way to use extra fruit from making my fruitcakes.
Bourbon Marinade (All-Purpose)
All-purpose bourbon marinade with white wine, vinegar, and aromatics built for wild game. Tames gamey flavors and tenderizes up to 7 lbs of venison, elk, or any cut.
Josh's Eggnog
Rich homemade eggnog with bourbon, cognac, whipped cream, and beaten egg whites dusted with nutmeg. A classic holiday punch that's thick, boozy, and impossibly smooth.
Run for the Roses Pie
Kentucky Derby-style chocolate walnut bourbon pie with a deep molasses backbone. The Run for the Roses pie has 3 tablespoons of bourbon, two cups of walnuts, and chocolate chips in a sweet syrup base.
Georgia Country Ham
Slow-roasted Georgia country ham soaked overnight, rubbed with bourbon and brown sugar, baked low for 8 hours. Southern heritage cooking for special occasions.
Glace Beef la Louisanne
Rotisserie beef rump roast marinated in bourbon, honey, and Worcestershire, stuffed with walnuts, pistachios, and broccoli. A Louisiana-style showpiece roast sliced thin over rice.
Chocolate Julep Cheesecake
Chocolate julep cheesecake with bourbon, creme de menthe, and a swirled chocolate-and-cream-cheese filling on a chocolate cookie crust. A Southern-inspired dessert.
Bourbon Pecan Pie
Bourbon pecan pie with a flaky homemade crust, gooey caramel filling made with light and dark corn syrups, melted butter, and a splash of whiskey. Holiday dessert at its most classic.
Mint Julep
Classic mint julep with bourbon, fresh mint, powdered sugar, and shaved ice served in a silver mug. The official cocktail of the Kentucky Derby, ready in 5 minutes.
Perfect Pecan Pie
Bourbon pecan pie with cane syrup, dark brown sugar, and a pre-cooked filling for a deeper, less cloying caramel base. Toasted pecans bake into a glossy, crackly top.
Bourbon Pie
Bourbon pie loaded with chocolate chips and chopped pecans in a buttery, boozy custard filling. Like a Kentucky Derby pie with a warm bourbon kick, served with whipped cream.
Wesley's Secret Eggplant Recipe
Tongue-in-cheek eggplant recipe where the real secret is ditching the eggplant entirely and reaching for Kentucky bourbon instead. A classic joke recipe for eggplant haters everywhere.
Classic Onion Soup
Classic onion soup with red onions, bourbon, and beef broth topped with toasted French bread and broiled Swiss cheese. A smoky, rich twist on French onion soup.
Praline Pumpkin Pie
Praline pumpkin pie with a candied brown sugar pecan layer baked into the bottom of a flaky homemade crust, plus a bourbon-spiked spiced pumpkin custard. Holiday pie at its richest.
Pumpking Ginger Pie
Pumpkin ginger pie with crystallized ginger, brandy, bourbon, brown sugar, and warm spices in a flaky shell. A boozy, spicy twist on classic pumpkin pie topped with sweetened sour cream.
Joe's Eggnog
Old-fashioned spiked eggnog with bourbon, dark rum, whipped cream, and 60 eggs for a crowd of 50. A rich, boozy holiday punch with real whipped cream and fresh nutmeg.
Mint Julep (Southern Style)
Classic Southern mint julep with bourbon, powdered sugar, shaved ice, and fresh mint sprigs. The traditional Kentucky Derby cocktail served ice-cold in a silver mug.
Coffee Ice Cream Punch
A Cajun-style party punch made with Louisiana chicory coffee, bourbon, beaten eggs, and scoops of vanilla and coffee ice cream. Rich, boozy, and ready in 15 minutes flat.
Field & Stream Stuffed Burgers
Field and Stream stuffed burgers seal a savory mix of sweet relish, onion, garlic, Worcestershire, and a splash of bourbon between two thin beef patties. A juicy backyard burger with a flavor-packed surprise inside.
Bourbon Pate
Creamy pate blended with cream cheese and topped with a shimmering bourbon-beef aspic. A retro-chic appetizer that unmolds beautifully for cocktail parties.
Eggnog with Bourbon Whiskey
Classic homemade eggnog with bourbon, separated eggs, and a full pint of heavy cream. Old-school holiday punch bowl recipe that gets richer overnight in the fridge.
