Recipe Pairing

Bourbon-Glazed Prosciutto-Wrapped Melon Skewers

Appetizer featuring pork with glazed preparation and sweet, savory flavors.

Best Pairing Answer

The best bourbon pairing for Bourbon-Glazed Prosciutto-Wrapped Melon Skewers is Eagle Rare Standard. The bourbon's sweetness and oak complement the pork and glaze profile.

Bourbon-Glazed Prosciutto-Wrapped Melon Skewers

The Recipe

Ingredients & Instructions

Everything you need to make this dish at home.

Ingredients

  • 1 cantaloupe or honeydew, cut into cubes
  • 8 thin slices prosciutto, halved lengthwise
  • 8 wooden skewers
  • 2 tbsp bourbon
  • 1 tbsp honey
  • 1 tsp Dijon mustard
  • 1 tsp olive oil
  • Fresh cracked black pepper

Instructions

  1. Wrap each melon cube with a strip of prosciutto and thread onto skewers.
  2. Whisk bourbon, honey, Dijon, and olive oil together in a small bowl.
  3. Brush skewers lightly with the bourbon glaze.
  4. Place under a broiler or on a grill for 1 to 2 minutes per side, just until the prosciutto begins to crisp.
  5. Remove, brush once more with glaze, and finish with black pepper before serving.

Top Matches

Best Bourbon Pairings for Bourbon-Glazed Prosciutto-Wrapped Melon Skewers

Ranked bourbon recommendations for this recipe.

good
71%

Eagle Rare Standard

Bourbon 45.00% ABV For Bourbon-Glazed Prosciutto-Wrapped Melon Skewers

The bourbon's sweetness and oak complement the pork and glaze profile.

Caramel, Vanilla, Oak Leather, Orange Zest, Cocoa
good
66%

Wild Turkey Longbranch

Bourbon 43.00% ABV For Bourbon-Glazed Prosciutto-Wrapped Melon Skewers

The bourbon's sweetness and oak complement the pork and glaze profile.

Vanilla, Oak, Smoke Honey, Citrus, Herbal
acceptable
61%

Pappy Van Winkle 15 Year

Wheated Bourbon 53.50% ABV For Bourbon-Glazed Prosciutto-Wrapped Melon Skewers

The bourbon's sweetness and oak complement the pork and glaze profile.

Caramel, Oak, Vanilla Leather, Dark Fruit, Tobacco
acceptable
58%

George T. Stagg Standard

Barrel Proof Bourbon 62.50% ABV For Bourbon-Glazed Prosciutto-Wrapped Melon Skewers

The bourbon's sweetness and oak complement the pork and glaze profile.

Dark Cherry, Oak, Vanilla Tobacco, Cocoa, Spice
acceptable
58%

Henry McKenna Single Barrel

Single Barrel Bourbon 50.00% ABV For Bourbon-Glazed Prosciutto-Wrapped Melon Skewers

The bourbon's sweetness and oak complement the pork and glaze profile.

Caramel, Honey, Oak Baking Spice, Orange, Leather
acceptable
54%

Willett Pot Still Reserve

Small Batch Bourbon 47.00% ABV For Bourbon-Glazed Prosciutto-Wrapped Melon Skewers

The bourbon's sweetness and oak complement the pork and glaze profile.

Vanilla, Caramel, Pear Almond, Floral, Oak
acceptable
53%

Elijah Craig Barrel Proof

Barrel Proof Bourbon 65.00% ABV For Bourbon-Glazed Prosciutto-Wrapped Melon Skewers

The bourbon's sweetness and oak complement the pork and glaze profile.

Oak, Caramel, Dark Chocolate Clove, Cherry, Leather
acceptable
52%

Four Roses Small Batch

Small Batch Bourbon 45.00% ABV For Bourbon-Glazed Prosciutto-Wrapped Melon Skewers

The bourbon's sweetness and oak complement the pork and glaze profile.

Caramel, Red Fruit, Spice Vanilla, Oak, Herbal
acceptable
52%

Jefferson’s Ocean

Barrel Finished Bourbon 45.00% ABV For Bourbon-Glazed Prosciutto-Wrapped Melon Skewers

The bourbon's sweetness and oak complement the pork and glaze profile.

Caramel, Vanilla, Sea Salt Toasted Oak, Citrus, Spice
acceptable
52%

Jim Beam Black Extra-Aged

Bourbon 43.00% ABV For Bourbon-Glazed Prosciutto-Wrapped Melon Skewers

The bourbon's sweetness and oak complement the pork and glaze profile.

Vanilla, Caramel, Oak Peanut, Spice, Apple
acceptable
52%

Stagg Jr. Standard

Barrel Proof Bourbon 65.50% ABV For Bourbon-Glazed Prosciutto-Wrapped Melon Skewers

The bourbon's sweetness and oak complement the pork and glaze profile.

Dark Cherry, Oak, Caramel Cocoa, Leather, Clove
acceptable
50%

Knob Creek Rye

Rye 50.00% ABV For Bourbon-Glazed Prosciutto-Wrapped Melon Skewers

The bourbon's sweetness and oak complement the pork and glaze profile.

Rye Spice, Oak, Vanilla Dill, Herbal, Caramel