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What Is Whiskey and How Can I Use It?

Whiskey rewards a little know-how: how to choose it, cook it, store it, and substitute in a pinch. Browse 80 recipes to cook with it.

Nutrition

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size 1 fl oz (27g)
Amount per Serving
Calories 62Calories from Fat 0
 % Daily Value *
Total Fat 0.0g 0%
Saturated Fat 0.0g 0%
Trans Fat ~
Cholesterol 0mg 0%
Sodium 0mg 0%
Total Carbohydrate 0.0g 0%
Dietary Fiber 0g 0%
Sugars 0.0
Protein 0.0g
Vitamin A 0% Vitamin C 0%
Calcium 0% Iron 0%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your caloric needs.

Food group

Whiskey is a member of the Beverages US Department of Agriculture nutritional food group.

How much does whiskey weigh?

Amount Weight
1 fl oz 27 grams
1 jigger 1.5 fl oz 42 grams

Beverages

In Chinese:威士忌
British (UK) term: Whiskey
en français:whisky
en español:whisky

Recipes using whiskey

There are 80 recipes that contain this ingredient.

Never on Sunday Chocolate Ice Cream

Never on Sunday Chocolate Ice Cream

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Never on Sunday chocolate ice cream is a custard-based churned dessert built on cocoa, semi-sweet chocolate, and a hit of whiskey stirred in just before freezing. Triple-chocolate punch in every scoop.

Karen's Pumpkin Pie

Karen's Pumpkin Pie

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Karen's pumpkin pie uses fresh roasted pumpkin, heavy cream, brown sugar, warm spices, and a splash of whiskey for the richest holiday pie. From-scratch Thanksgiving classic.

Kitty's Pumpkin Pie

Kitty's Pumpkin Pie

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Pumpkin pie spiked with a half cup of whiskey for grown-up depth, made with canned pumpkin and warm cinnamon, ginger, and clove. A boozy holiday classic that bakes into two custardy pies.

Connie's Pumpkin Pie

Connie's Pumpkin Pie

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Smooth in texture, buttery and rich in taste. Indulging in this decadently delicious pumpkin pie is an easy thing to do.

Spiked Cranberry Relish

Spiked Cranberry Relish

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Raw cranberry-orange relish sweetened with sugar and spiked with whiskey at the last minute. Bold Thanksgiving condiment with zero cooking.

Whisky Pumpkin Pie

Whisky Pumpkin Pie

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Whisky pumpkin pie made from scratch with roasted fresh pumpkin, a full cup of whisky, butter, cream, and stiff-beaten egg whites for a souffle-light texture. A heritage holiday recipe.

Chocolate Chip & Almond Biscotti

Chocolate Chip & Almond Biscotti

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Chocolate chip and almond biscotti are twice-baked Italian cookies built for dunking. Toasted almonds, semi-sweet chips, and a splash of whiskey give these crisp logs serious depth.

Jack Daniel's Chocolate Ice Cream

Jack Daniel's Chocolate Ice Cream

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Jack Daniel's chocolate ice cream folds whiskey into a French custard base with vanilla bean and melted chocolate. Boozy, smooth, scoopable Tennessee whiskey dessert.

British Whiskey Chicken

British Whiskey Chicken

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Golden brown chicken with loads of mushrooms, leeks and spiked with a whiskey cream sauce.

British Whiskey Chicken

British Whiskey Chicken

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Golden brown chicken with loads of mushrooms, leeks and spiked with a whiskey cream sauce.

Jack Daniels Baked Beans

Jack Daniels Baked Beans

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Easy Jack Daniels spiked smokey baked beans. Enriched with sugar and "spice" and everything nice! :)

Lazarus Bread Pudding with Whiskey Sauce

Lazarus Bread Pudding with Whiskey Sauce

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Best bread pudding recipe with a vanilla custard bottom and a lovely rich whiskey sauce for serving. Decadent and utterly delicious. Turns stale bread into true comfort food.

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Curach (Irish Honey-And-Oatmeal Cream)

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Curach is a traditional Irish dessert layering toasted oatmeal, honey-whiskey whipped cream, and fresh raspberries. A no-bake treat in 30 minutes that's pure Celtic indulgence.

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Chocolate Devastation

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Homemade chocolate ice cream spiked with whiskey-soaked raisins. Eight egg yolks and heavy cream create an ultra-creamy custard base loaded with melted chocolate and boozy fruit.

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Light Custard Eggnog

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When Christmas arrives, make sure your glass is full with this creamy drink that is full of holiday spirit!

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Vegetarian Mince Pies

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Vegetarian mincemeat made with fresh pears, dried fruit, candied cherries, almonds, and a splash of whiskey. No suet needed. Spiced with allspice, nutmeg, and ginger for traditional Christmas mince pies.

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Chocolate Irish Cream

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Homemade chocolate Irish cream with whiskey, rum, creme de cacao, sweetened condensed milk, and a touch of chocolate syrup. A blender-based copycat of Bailey's that costs less and tastes richer. Serve over crushed ice.

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French Mushroom & Ham Soup

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French mushroom and ham soup simmers earthy mushrooms in beef stock with French mustard and ham, then finishes with evaporated milk and a splash of whiskey. Bistro elegance in 40 minutes.

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Vegetarian Mince Pies Ii

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Vegetarian mincemeat with fresh pears, mixed dried fruit, candied peel, glace cherries, dates, almonds, citrus zest, and whiskey. A meat-free version of the British holiday classic.

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Coffee Irish Cream Liqueur

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Classic coffee Irish cream liqueur with whiskey, Kahlua, and sweetened condensed milk ready in 1 minute. Shake, chill, and serve this creamy homemade holiday cocktail.

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Whiskey Sour Sirloin

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Whiskey sour marinated sirloin steak with bourbon, lemon juice, orange juice, and whole peppercorns. A cocktail-inspired marinade for grilling a thick-cut 2-inch steak.

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Auld Alliance

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A bold Scottish appetizer: creamy Roquefort cheese pounded smooth with whisky, then chilled in earthenware pots. Just 2 ingredients, 15 minutes prep, and pure Highland flavor.

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Cinnamon Bread Pudding with Whiskey Sauce

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Cinnamon bread pudding with raisins and a warm whiskey-yogurt sauce. A lighter take on the Southern classic using skim milk and egg whites without losing any comfort.

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Thai Roast Pork with Sticky Rice

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Charcoal-grilled pork loin marinated in oyster sauce, soy, and whiskey, sliced thin and piled over steamed sticky rice with fresh cilantro and chilies. A Thai street food feast worth the wait.

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