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Recipe Pairing

Bourbon-Infused Roquefort and Pear Salad with Candied Pecans

Salad featuring fruit with fresh preparation and sweet, nutty flavors.

Best Pairing Answer

The best bourbon pairing for Bourbon-Infused Roquefort and Pear Salad with Candied Pecans is Willett Pot Still Reserve. Sweeter bourbon notes echo the dessert profile and create a smooth finish.

Bourbon-Infused Roquefort and Pear Salad with Candied Pecans

The Recipe

Ingredients & Instructions

Everything you need to make this dish at home.

Ingredients

  • 5 oz mixed greens
  • 1 ripe pear, sliced
  • 3 oz Roquefort, crumbled
  • 1/3 cup pecans
  • 1 tbsp sugar
  • 1 tbsp bourbon
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp white wine vinegar
  • Salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Candy the pecans in a skillet with sugar and a splash of bourbon until glossy, then let cool.
  2. Arrange greens, sliced pear, and Roquefort in a large bowl or on a platter.
  3. Whisk olive oil, vinegar, salt, and pepper together.
  4. Top the salad with candied pecans.
  5. Drizzle with dressing just before serving.

Top Matches

Best Bourbon Pairings for Bourbon-Infused Roquefort and Pear Salad with Candied Pecans

Ranked bourbon recommendations for this recipe.

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88%

Willett Pot Still Reserve

Small Batch Bourbon 47.00% ABV For Bourbon-Infused Roquefort and Pear Salad with Candied Pecans

Sweeter bourbon notes echo the dessert profile and create a smooth finish.

Vanilla, Caramel, Pear Almond, Floral, Oak
Pairing Score 88%
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87%

Eagle Rare Standard

Bourbon 45.00% ABV For Bourbon-Infused Roquefort and Pear Salad with Candied Pecans

Sweeter bourbon notes echo the dessert profile and create a smooth finish.

Caramel, Vanilla, Oak Leather, Orange Zest, Cocoa
Pairing Score 87%
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86%

Four Roses Small Batch

Small Batch Bourbon 45.00% ABV For Bourbon-Infused Roquefort and Pear Salad with Candied Pecans

Sweeter bourbon notes echo the dessert profile and create a smooth finish.

Caramel, Red Fruit, Spice Vanilla, Oak, Herbal
Pairing Score 86%
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86%

Jefferson’s Ocean

Barrel Finished Bourbon 45.00% ABV For Bourbon-Infused Roquefort and Pear Salad with Candied Pecans

Sweeter bourbon notes echo the dessert profile and create a smooth finish.

Caramel, Vanilla, Sea Salt Toasted Oak, Citrus, Spice
Pairing Score 86%
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86%

Jim Beam Black Extra-Aged

Bourbon 43.00% ABV For Bourbon-Infused Roquefort and Pear Salad with Candied Pecans

Sweeter bourbon notes echo the dessert profile and create a smooth finish.

Vanilla, Caramel, Oak Peanut, Spice, Apple
Pairing Score 86%
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83%

Heaven Hill 7-Year Bottled-in-Bond

Bottled-in-Bond Bourbon 50.00% ABV For Bourbon-Infused Roquefort and Pear Salad with Candied Pecans

Sweeter bourbon notes echo the dessert profile and create a smooth finish.

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

Knob Creek Standard

Bourbon 50.00% ABV For Bourbon-Infused Roquefort and Pear Salad with Candied Pecans

Sweeter bourbon notes echo the dessert profile and create a smooth finish.

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

Wild Turkey 101

Bourbon 50.50% ABV For Bourbon-Infused Roquefort and Pear Salad with Candied Pecans

Sweeter bourbon notes echo the dessert profile and create a smooth finish.

Spice, Caramel, Oak Vanilla, Orange Peel, Nutty
Pairing Score 83%
strong
82%

Wild Turkey Longbranch

Bourbon 43.00% ABV For Bourbon-Infused Roquefort and Pear Salad with Candied Pecans

Sweeter bourbon notes echo the dessert profile and create a smooth finish.

Vanilla, Oak, Smoke Honey, Citrus, Herbal
Pairing Score 82%
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81%

Russell’s Reserve 10 Year

Small Batch Bourbon 45.00% ABV For Bourbon-Infused Roquefort and Pear Salad with Candied Pecans

Sweeter bourbon notes echo the dessert profile and create a smooth finish.

Vanilla, Toffee, Oak Orange Zest, Baking Spice, Honey
Pairing Score 81%
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81%

Woodford Reserve Standard

Bourbon 45.20% ABV For Bourbon-Infused Roquefort and Pear Salad with Candied Pecans

Sweeter bourbon notes echo the dessert profile and create a smooth finish.

Dried Fruit, Cocoa, Spice Mint, Orange, Toasted Oak
Pairing Score 81%
strong
80%

Blanton’s Standard

Single Barrel Bourbon 46.50% ABV For Bourbon-Infused Roquefort and Pear Salad with Candied Pecans

Sweeter bourbon notes echo the dessert profile and create a smooth finish.

Vanilla, Oak, Citrus Honey, Spice, Toffee
Pairing Score 80%