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Smoky Bourbon-Grilled Peach and Pork Tenderloin Salad

A vibrant summer salad featuring bourbon-marinated pork tenderloin grilled to perfection with smoky bourbon-glazed peaches and fresh greens, drizzled with a tangy bourbon vinaigrette.

Best Pairing Answer

The best bourbon pairing for Smoky Bourbon-Grilled Peach and Pork Tenderloin Salad is George T. Stagg Standard. George T. Stagg Standard complements this pork dish and its grilling profile. It has sweetness and spice work with savory poultry or pork, oak and smoke reinforce charred flavors.

Smoky Bourbon-Grilled Peach and Pork Tenderloin Salad

The Recipe

Ingredients & Instructions

Everything you need to make this dish at home.

Ingredients

  • 1.5 pounds pork tenderloin
  • 3 ripe peaches, halved and pitted
  • 1/4 cup bourbon
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 4 cups mixed baby greens
  • 1/2 cup crumbled goat cheese
  • 1/4 cup toasted pecans
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, whisk together bourbon, honey, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Reserve 2 tablespoons for glazing.
  2. Marinate pork tenderloin in the bourbon mixture for 15 minutes.
  3. Preheat grill to medium-high heat.
  4. Grill pork tenderloin for 12-15 minutes, turning occasionally, until internal temperature reaches 145°F. Let rest.
  5. Brush peach halves with reserved bourbon glaze and grill for 3-4 minutes per side until caramelized.
  6. In a small bowl, whisk olive oil, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper to make dressing.
  7. Slice pork thinly and arrange over mixed greens along with grilled peaches.
  8. Drizzle salad with dressing, sprinkle with goat cheese and toasted pecans.
  9. Serve immediately for a fresh smoky summer meal.

Top Matches

Best Bourbon Pairings for Smoky Bourbon-Grilled Peach and Pork Tenderloin Salad

Ranked bourbon recommendations for this recipe.

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George T. Stagg Standard

Barrel Proof Bourbon 62.50% ABV For Smoky Bourbon-Grilled Peach and Pork Tenderloin Salad

George T. Stagg Standard complements this pork dish and its grilling profile. It has sweetness and spice work with savory poultry or pork, oak and smoke reinforce charred flavors.

Dark Cherry, Oak, Vanilla Tobacco, Cocoa, Spice
Pairing Score 89%
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Four Roses Small Batch

Small Batch Bourbon 45.00% ABV For Smoky Bourbon-Grilled Peach and Pork Tenderloin Salad

Four Roses Small Batch complements this pork dish and its grilling profile. It has sweetness and spice work with savory poultry or pork, oak and smoke reinforce charred flavors.

Caramel, Red Fruit, Spice Vanilla, Oak, Herbal
Pairing Score 88%
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Henry McKenna Single Barrel

Single Barrel Bourbon 50.00% ABV For Smoky Bourbon-Grilled Peach and Pork Tenderloin Salad

Henry McKenna Single Barrel complements this pork dish and its grilling profile. It has sweetness and spice work with savory poultry or pork, oak and smoke reinforce charred flavors.

Caramel, Honey, Oak Baking Spice, Orange, Leather
Pairing Score 88%
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Jefferson’s Ocean

Barrel Finished Bourbon 45.00% ABV For Smoky Bourbon-Grilled Peach and Pork Tenderloin Salad

Jefferson’s Ocean complements this pork dish and its grilling profile. It has sweetness and spice work with savory poultry or pork, oak and smoke reinforce charred flavors.

Caramel, Vanilla, Sea Salt Toasted Oak, Citrus, Spice
Pairing Score 88%
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87%

Eagle Rare Standard

Bourbon 45.00% ABV For Smoky Bourbon-Grilled Peach and Pork Tenderloin Salad

Eagle Rare Standard complements this pork dish and its grilling profile. It has sweetness and spice work with savory poultry or pork, oak and smoke reinforce charred flavors.

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

Elijah Craig Barrel Proof

Barrel Proof Bourbon 65.00% ABV For Smoky Bourbon-Grilled Peach and Pork Tenderloin Salad

Elijah Craig Barrel Proof complements this pork dish and its grilling profile. It has sweetness and spice work with savory poultry or pork, oak and smoke reinforce charred flavors.

Oak, Caramel, Dark Chocolate Clove, Cherry, Leather
Pairing Score 87%
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87%

Elijah Craig Small Batch

Bourbon 47.00% ABV For Smoky Bourbon-Grilled Peach and Pork Tenderloin Salad

Elijah Craig Small Batch complements this pork dish and its grilling profile. It has sweetness and spice work with savory poultry or pork, oak and smoke reinforce charred flavors.

Caramel, Oak, Vanilla Baking Spice, Toasted Nuts, Apple
Pairing Score 87%
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Pappy Van Winkle 15 Year

Wheated Bourbon 53.50% ABV For Smoky Bourbon-Grilled Peach and Pork Tenderloin Salad

Pappy Van Winkle 15 Year complements this pork dish and its grilling profile. It has sweetness and spice work with savory poultry or pork, oak and smoke reinforce charred flavors.

Caramel, Oak, Vanilla Leather, Dark Fruit, Tobacco
Pairing Score 87%
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Stagg Jr. Standard

Barrel Proof Bourbon 65.50% ABV For Smoky Bourbon-Grilled Peach and Pork Tenderloin Salad

Stagg Jr. Standard complements this pork dish and its grilling profile. It has sweetness and spice work with savory poultry or pork, oak and smoke reinforce charred flavors.

Dark Cherry, Oak, Caramel Cocoa, Leather, Clove
Pairing Score 87%
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86%

Bulleit Bourbon Standard

Bourbon 45.00% ABV For Smoky Bourbon-Grilled Peach and Pork Tenderloin Salad

Bulleit Bourbon Standard complements this pork dish and its grilling profile. It has sweetness and spice work with savory poultry or pork, oak and smoke reinforce charred flavors.

Spice, Vanilla, Orange Peel Oak, Honey, Nutmeg
Pairing Score 86%
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Heaven Hill 7-Year Bottled-in-Bond

Bottled-in-Bond Bourbon 50.00% ABV For Smoky Bourbon-Grilled Peach and Pork Tenderloin Salad

Heaven Hill 7-Year Bottled-in-Bond complements this pork dish and its grilling profile. It has sweetness and spice work with savory poultry or pork, oak and smoke reinforce charred flavors.

Caramel, Vanilla, Oak Peanut Brittle, Spice, Citrus
Pairing Score 86%
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Jefferson’s Reserve

Small Batch Bourbon 45.10% ABV For Smoky Bourbon-Grilled Peach and Pork Tenderloin Salad

Jefferson’s Reserve complements this pork dish and its grilling profile. It has sweetness and spice work with savory poultry or pork, oak and smoke reinforce charred flavors.

Vanilla, Caramel, Oak Almond, Dried Fruit, Spice
Pairing Score 86%