Candied Buffalo Trace Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey Nuts

5 from 3 votes

Prep Time10

Cook Time15

Course: Guest Recipe, Table Filler

Cuisine: American

Keyword: Smoked

Servings:

Calories: 263kcal

60 g Buffalo Trace Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey or whiskey that is 45% alcohol per volume or less
1 Tbsp olive oil optional
3 Tbsp brown sugar
1 1/2 tsp mixed spice
1 tsp sea salt flakes
75 g pecan
75 g macadamia
75 g almonds
75 g cashews

Caution: It is recommended to cook single batches of this recipe. Increasing the quantity of alcohol or using high percentage alcohol may increase the risk of fire or damage. Avoid cooking near direct flame or in gas ovens. Avoid baking paper overhang or touching elements.
Preheat BBQ, Smoker or oven to 170℃ or 338℉.
Add Buffalo Trace, oil, sugar, mixed spice and salt to a bowl. Mix thoroughly until sugar dissolves.
Combine mixed nuts in the bowl making sure they are all covered.
Lay out on a baking tray or tray lined with baking paper.
Place tray in your preferred cooker and cook for 10-15 min - stirring every 5 min to ensure even coverage. Watch carefully and reduce the temperature if your oven runs hot. The sugar should start to caramelise and bubble. Be careful not to let them burn! If you are using a smoker - Maple or Cherry wood is delicious!
Allow to cool and serve with a neat glass of Buffalo Trace of course!
Store in an airtight jar, they should keep for up to 2-3 weeks depending on weather and humidity.