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Kentucky

Bluegrass Bourbon Burger

Sweet oak notes with derby-day confidence.

Kentucky's burger brings together bacon jam, sharp cheddar, and a bourbon glaze, creating a rich and slightly sweet build that feels equal parts diner and distillery town.

Cook time: 21 minDifficulty: 2/5

Build

Ingredients

  • 1 brioche bun
  • 1/3 lb beef patty
  • 1 slice sharp cheddar
  • 1 tbsp bacon jam
  • 1 tbsp bourbon glaze
  • 1 leaf leaf lettuce
  • 2 pickle chips

Method

Steps

  1. Toast the brioche bun and set aside.
  2. Cook the patty and melt cheddar over it.
  3. Brush the burger lightly with bourbon glaze.
  4. Add lettuce, the burger, bacon jam, and pickles to the bun.
  5. Close and serve.

Flavor profile

Tags

bourbonsouthernrich