Must-Try Bacon Cocktails!

Whoever said bacon is just for breakfast hasn't lived! Bacon adds smoky, savory goodness that perfectly blends into your favorite cocktails. Intrigued? You should be! The umami flavor of bacon and the crunchiness make it an experience your mouth won’t soon forget (we hope that’s NOT what someone said). Let’s dive into some must-try bacon cocktails that will have you saying, “Why didn’t I think of this sooner?”

5 Bacon Cocktails To Enjoy

0. Bacon Bloody Mary
0. Bacon Old Fashioned
0. Maple Bacon Manhattan
0. Bacon Bourbon Sour
0. Bacon Martini

1. Bacon Bloody Mary

Photo Credit: Pinterest / spicesinmydna.comThe Bloody Mary is already a cocktail that packs a punch, but add some bacon into the mix, and you've got yourself a showstopper. The bold, tangy flavor of tomato juice is perfectly complemented by the smoky, umami taste of bacon. The spices dance on your tongue, giving you that little extra kick that Bloody Marys are famous for. The crispy bacon garnish not only looks impressive but adds a delightful crunch to your cocktail.

Ingredients

• 2 oz. of vodka
• 4 oz. of tomato juice
• 1 tsp horseradish
• 2 dashes of Worcestershire sauce
• 2 dashes of hot sauce
• 1 pinch celery salt
• 1 pinch ground black pepper
• 1 slice of cooked bacon for garnish
• Lemon wedge and celery stalk for garnish

How To Make Bacon Bloody Mary Cocktail

0. Fill a shaker with ice and add vodka, tomato juice, horseradish, Worcestershire sauce, hot sauce, celery salt, and black pepper.
0. Shake well until all ingredients are combined and chilled.
0. Once chilled, strain the mixture into a glass filled with ice.
0. Garnish with a slice of cooked bacon, lemon wedge, and celery stalk.

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2. Bacon Old Fashioned

Photo Credit: Pinterest / mybartender.comThe Old Fashioned is a timeless classic, but when you infuse it with bacon, it becomes a modern marvel. This cocktail is perfect for those who enjoy a strong, robust drink with a hint of smoky flavor. The Bacon Old Fashioned is a rich blend of bourbon's caramel and vanilla notes with the rich taste of bacon. It’s a sophisticated sip, where the bacon adds a savory depth that enhances the traditional bitters and orange zest.

Ingredients

• 2 oz. of bacon-infused bourbon
• 1 sugar cube
• 2-3 dashes of Angostura bitters
• Orange twist and cherry for garnish

How To Make Bacon Old Fashioned Cocktail

0. Cook 3-4 slices of bacon and collect the fat. Add the bacon fat to a bottle of bourbon and let it sit for a few hours. Place the bottle in the freezer until the fat solidifies. Strain out the fat and keep the infused bourbon.
0. In a glass, muddle the sugar cube and bitters.
0. Add a large ice cube to the glass, and pour the bacon-infused bourbon over it.
0. Stir gently and garnish with an orange twist and cherry.

3. Maple Bacon Manhattan

Photo Credit: Pinterest / apple.newsMaple syrup and bacon are already a match made in heaven. The Maple Bacon Manhattan combines the smooth, sweet flavor of maple syrup with the rich, savory taste of bacon. The vermouth adds an herbal complexity, and the bacon adds a new texture to the cocktail. These textures and flavors come together to take you to the breakfast club, irrespective of the time of day.

Ingredients

• 2 oz. of rye whiskey
• 1 oz. of sweet vermouth
• 0.5 oz. of maple syrup
• 2 dashes of Angostura bitters
• 1 slice of cooked bacon for garnish

How To Make Maple Bacon Manhattan Cocktail

0. Fill a shaker with ice and add rye whiskey, sweet vermouth, maple syrup, and bitters.
0. Stir the mixture well until chilled.
0. Strain into a chilled martini glass, and garnish with a slice of cooked bacon.

4. Bacon Bourbon Sour

What do you get when you feed a pig a bunch of bourbon and lemons? A farm accident. That’s what you get. If you thought for a moment that that’s the recipe to this cocktail, you’re one interesting person! Also, you may have already had enough alcohol for today. In case you want to keep going, or visit this recipe for another day, keep reading.

Ingredients

• 2 oz. of bacon-infused bourbon
• 1 oz. of fresh lemon juice
• 0.5 oz. of simple syrup
• 1 egg white
• 1 slice of cooked bacon for garnish

How To Make Bacon Bourbon Sour Cocktail

0. Add bacon-infused bourbon to a shaker with ice, lemon juice, simple syrup, and egg white.
0. Shake the mixture vigorously until well chilled and frothy.
0. Strain into a rocks glass filled with ice.
0. Garnish with a slice of cooked bacon.

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5. Bacon Martini

The Martini is the epitome of class and sophistication. When you add bacon to the mix though, the same Martini gets a salty and rich addition in flavor that’s irresistible. The Bacon Martini is a bold choice that will impress any cocktail enthusiast. The vodka is infused with its flavor and uses bacon as a garnish too. So if you’re someone who enjoys bacon, this is the cocktail that you can really pig on!

Ingredients

• 2 oz. of bacon-infused vodka
• 0.5 oz. of dry vermouth
• 1 slice of cooked bacon for garnish

How To Make Bacon Martini Cocktail

0. Cook 3-4 slices of bacon and collect the fat. Add the bacon fat to a bottle of vodka and let it sit for a few hours. Place the bottle in the freezer until the fat solidifies. Strain out the fat and keep the infused vodka.
0. Fill a shaker with ice and add bacon-infused vodka and dry vermouth.
0. Stir well, but gently, until chilled.
0. Strain into a chilled martini glass.
0. Garnish with a slice of cooked bacon.

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Summing Up

Bacon cocktails are a fun and flavorful way to shake up your usual drink routine. Whether you're hosting a brunch, having friends over for a dinner party, or just looking to try something new, these bacon-infused drinks are sure to impress. Each cocktail offers a unique blend of savory and sweet, smoky and smooth, making them perfect for any occasion. So, grab your cocktail shaker and get ready to wow your taste buds with these must-try bacon cocktails. Cheers!

FAQs

What Alcohol Pairs Well With Bacon?While you can experiment and try various spirits with bacon to find a combo that you like, bourbon and bacon are a popular duo. This is because both bourbon and bacon have a smoky flavor that allows these two to complement each other.What Alcohol Tastes Like Bacon?Many breweries and distilleries make bacon flavored spirits like bacon vodka, bacon whiskey, and more. In case a bacon-booze combo you like doesn’t exist yet, infusing your spirit with bacon flavor is an easy alternative.What Do You Do With Bacon Vodka?Bacon vodka can be used to mix cocktails like the Bacon Bloody Mary, Bacon Martini, and more.Is There A Bacon Whiskey?Yes. Painted Pig Smoked Bacon Maple Whiskey is a bacon flavored whiskey, and can be used to make cocktails like Maple Bacon Manhatten, Bacon Whiskey Sour, and more.What To Pair With Bacon?Bacon is a truly multipurpose cut of pork. Just like it can be used for different meals in a day, bacon can be paired with wines like rosé and champagne. It can also be served as an accompanying snack for beer and whiskey.