September 1, 2009 by Marianne

September 1, 2009 • Filed Under: Bacon Recipes , bacon vodka, Bakon Vodka, International Bacon Day

So you’re all familiar with my experiments in making Bacon Bourbon. I did it a few times and although it was alright, it wasn’t exactly addicting. Although I never did make a bacon maple Manhattan, which is still on my to-do list.

This year for Bacon Day we decided on a brunch theme specifically so we could try out Bloody Marys made with bacon-infused vodka. We have ordered a couple bottles of Bakon Vodka, but we want people to have the chance to sip that, unadulterated, and tell us what they think. With that in mind, I have the task of infusing lots more vodka with bacon before the big day arrives. Last night I did my first batch.

Because we’re talking double-sized bottles of vodka, I started with four slices of bacon and added a little reserved bacon grease. I fried it up good and crispy, extracting as much grease and flavor as possible.

I didn’t want to put all four slices of bacon in the vodka, so Brutus helped me dispose of the extra meat.

I’m using a big mixing bowl because I don’t have any double-sized pitchers. In goes the grease and bacon…

…followed by vodka. I let it sit for a couple hours, then stuck it in the freezer overnight.

Ugh, the romance is over. Why does bacon grease look so unappealing when frozen on a lake of vodka? Or is it just the harsh light of morning that’s making me feel this way? No. Definitely the disgusting coagulated grease.

Much as I would love to tell you I mixed up a cocktail right then and there for breakfast, that would be a lie. Basically all that followed was a lot of straining and putting of vodka back into its bottle. This process will be repeated tonight and Wednesday, for my freezer is small and full of bacon.

For a flavor review, you’ll have to wait until Bacon Day 2009 is over. I’ll share with you my own thoughts, and the sure-to-be-varied opinions of our guests. Can’t wait!!

March 6, 2009 by Marianne

March 6, 2009 • Filed Under: Bacon Gifts , Bacon, Bakon Vodka

So we all know bacon has been infused with all kinds of liquors. Hell, I made Bacon Bourbon more than once myself. Until now these have just been recipes concocted at home or in America’s swankiest bars, but no longer! Bacon has entered the world of commercially distilled and distributed vodka. I give you BAKON!

Let’s face it, putting bacon and grease in your vodka, freezing it, straining it multiple times…it’s a big hassle. Thanks to the folks at Bakon, you can now make your Bacon Bloody Mary with only a small effort on your part. And, as they point out, a Bacon Martini would be a perfect complement (or marinade) for a big, juicy steak. You can find several great looking recipes on their site.

The good news: this new wonder drug will be available in April 2009. The bad news: it’s only available in Washington, Oregon, Idaho and Montana. Because no state does cosmopolitan cocktail bars like Idaho and Montana. If you just can’t wait to find out when it will be available in your state, go to their site and give them your email and they’ll keep you posted. Bakon Vodka for everyone!!