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Recipe Pairing

Honey-Bourbon Glazed Carrot and Asparagus Sheet Pan

A vibrant and elegant side of roasted carrots and asparagus, glazed with a delicate blend of honey and bourbon, perfect for elevating your Easter brunch.

Best Pairing Answer

The best bourbon pairing for Honey-Bourbon Glazed Carrot and Asparagus Sheet Pan is Eagle Rare Standard. Eagle Rare Standard complements this vegetarian dish and its roasting profile.

Honey-Bourbon Glazed Carrot and Asparagus Sheet Pan

The Recipe

Ingredients & Instructions

Everything you need to make this dish at home.

Ingredients

  • 1 lb carrots, peeled and cut into sticks
  • 1 lb asparagus, trimmed
  • 3 tbsp bourbon
  • 2 tbsp honey
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp fresh thyme leaves
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • 1 tsp lemon zest
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together bourbon, honey, olive oil, lemon juice, and lemon zest.
  3. Place carrots and asparagus on a large baking sheet.
  4. Drizzle the honey-bourbon mixture over the vegetables and toss to coat evenly.
  5. Sprinkle with fresh thyme, salt, and pepper.
  6. Spread the vegetables in a single layer and roast for 15-20 minutes, turning halfway through, until tender and slightly caramelized.
  7. Remove from the oven and serve warm as a flavorful side dish for your Easter brunch.

Top Matches

Best Bourbon Pairings for Honey-Bourbon Glazed Carrot and Asparagus Sheet Pan

Ranked bourbon recommendations for this recipe.

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Eagle Rare Standard

Bourbon 45.00% ABV For Honey-Bourbon Glazed Carrot and Asparagus Sheet Pan

Eagle Rare Standard complements this vegetarian dish and its roasting profile.

Caramel, Vanilla, Oak Leather, Orange Zest, Cocoa
Pairing Score 88%
featured
88%

Pappy Van Winkle 15 Year

Wheated Bourbon 53.50% ABV For Honey-Bourbon Glazed Carrot and Asparagus Sheet Pan

Pappy Van Winkle 15 Year complements this vegetarian dish and its roasting profile.

Caramel, Oak, Vanilla Leather, Dark Fruit, Tobacco
Pairing Score 88%
featured
88%

Willett Pot Still Reserve

Small Batch Bourbon 47.00% ABV For Honey-Bourbon Glazed Carrot and Asparagus Sheet Pan

Willett Pot Still Reserve complements this vegetarian dish and its roasting profile.

Vanilla, Caramel, Pear Almond, Floral, Oak
Pairing Score 88%
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85%

Four Roses Small Batch

Small Batch Bourbon 45.00% ABV For Honey-Bourbon Glazed Carrot and Asparagus Sheet Pan

Four Roses Small Batch complements this vegetarian dish and its roasting profile.

Caramel, Red Fruit, Spice Vanilla, Oak, Herbal
Pairing Score 85%
strong
85%

Jefferson’s Ocean

Barrel Finished Bourbon 45.00% ABV For Honey-Bourbon Glazed Carrot and Asparagus Sheet Pan

Jefferson’s Ocean complements this vegetarian dish and its roasting profile.

Caramel, Vanilla, Sea Salt Toasted Oak, Citrus, Spice
Pairing Score 85%
strong
84%

Elijah Craig Small Batch

Bourbon 47.00% ABV For Honey-Bourbon Glazed Carrot and Asparagus Sheet Pan

Elijah Craig Small Batch works as a bridge pairing for this vegetarian dish because it shares key flavor cues with the roasting preparation.

Caramel, Oak, Vanilla Baking Spice, Toasted Nuts, Apple
Pairing Score 84%
strong
83%

Bulleit Bourbon Standard

Bourbon 45.00% ABV For Honey-Bourbon Glazed Carrot and Asparagus Sheet Pan

Bulleit Bourbon Standard complements this vegetarian dish and its roasting profile.

Spice, Vanilla, Orange Peel Oak, Honey, Nutmeg
Pairing Score 83%
strong
83%

George T. Stagg Standard

Barrel Proof Bourbon 62.50% ABV For Honey-Bourbon Glazed Carrot and Asparagus Sheet Pan

George T. Stagg Standard complements this vegetarian dish and its roasting profile.

Dark Cherry, Oak, Vanilla Tobacco, Cocoa, Spice
Pairing Score 83%
strong
83%

Heaven Hill 7-Year Bottled-in-Bond

Bottled-in-Bond Bourbon 50.00% ABV For Honey-Bourbon Glazed Carrot and Asparagus Sheet Pan

Heaven Hill 7-Year Bottled-in-Bond complements this vegetarian dish and its roasting profile.

Caramel, Vanilla, Oak Peanut Brittle, Spice, Citrus
Pairing Score 83%
strong
83%

Jefferson’s Reserve

Small Batch Bourbon 45.10% ABV For Honey-Bourbon Glazed Carrot and Asparagus Sheet Pan

Jefferson’s Reserve complements this vegetarian dish and its roasting profile.

Vanilla, Caramel, Oak Almond, Dried Fruit, Spice
Pairing Score 83%
strong
83%

Knob Creek Single Barrel

Single Barrel Bourbon 60.00% ABV For Honey-Bourbon Glazed Carrot and Asparagus Sheet Pan

Knob Creek Single Barrel complements this vegetarian dish and its roasting profile.

Caramel, Oak, Vanilla Toffee, Spice, Peanut
Pairing Score 83%
strong
83%

Knob Creek Standard

Bourbon 50.00% ABV For Honey-Bourbon Glazed Carrot and Asparagus Sheet Pan

Knob Creek Standard complements this vegetarian dish and its roasting profile.

Oak, Vanilla, Caramel Peanut, Maple, Spice
Pairing Score 83%