Why? Because you can! And pickle, and jam, or otherwise celebrate the resurgence of the domestic arts our forebears held so dear. Put on your best apron and step into our kitchen, won't you?
Brrrr... it's cold out there! Warm up with a winter spiced bourbon infusion. Just slip some spices and fruit into some whiskey and you're sure to heat up even if its freezing outside.
I've tried two different methods of infusing bourbon with bacon . . . with distinctly different results. Both tasted like bacon of course. The recipe below imparts a more subtle bacon but smokier taste.
Try any of these blackberry infusions: Blackberry Bourbon, Blackberry Mojito (with rum, lime, and mint) or Blackberry-Lemon Brandy/Vodka. These might just give you some inspiration to try a recipe of your own!