This Maple Bacon Beer Glaze is sweet, salty, sticky, and spiked with bold beer flavor — basically liquid gold for your grill, skillet, or brunch table.

It’s packed with smoky bacon bits, real maple syrup, and reduced beer that gives it depth and body.

Brush it on ribs or pork chops, drizzle over roasted veggies, or spoon it onto biscuits and brie — this glaze doesn’t miss.

Ingredients

• 4 slices thick-cut bacon, chopped
• ¾ cup beer (brown ale, porter, or amber ale — nothing hoppy)
• ½ cup pure maple syrup
• 2 tbsp brown sugar
• 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
• 1 tsp Dijon mustard
• ½ tsp black pepper
• Optional: pinch of cayenne or smoked paprika for kick

Beer Tip: Choose a malty, smooth beer like a brown ale, amber ale, or porter. Avoid bitter IPAs — the hops clash with the sweetness.

Instructions

Step 1: Crisp the Bacon

In a skillet over medium heat, cook bacon until crispy.

Remove with a slotted spoon and set aside. Leave 1 tbsp bacon fat in the pan.

Step 2: Deglaze with Beer

Add beer to the skillet and bring to a simmer, scraping up the browned bits.

Simmer for 3–4 minutes to reduce slightly.

Step 3: Build the Glaze

Add maple syrup, brown sugar, vinegar, mustard, pepper, and optional cayenne.

Stir well and simmer on low for 8–10 minutes, until thickened and syrupy.

Step 4: Finish & Use

• Stir in the reserved bacon pieces.
• Let cool slightly — glaze will thicken as it cools.
• Use immediately, or store in the fridge for up to a week. Reheat gently before using.

Serving Suggestions

• Brush On:
  • Grilled pork chops or ribs
  • Roasted chicken thighs
  • Bacon-wrapped anything (dates, scallops, meatloaf)
• Drizzle Over:
  • Roasted Brussels sprouts or carrots
  • Breakfast hash, biscuits, or waffles
  • Baked brie or mac & cheese
• Use As:
  • Burger glaze or sandwich spread
  • Wing sauce or slider drizzle
  • Dip for sweet potato fries or cornbread nuggets

Beer Pairing

• In the glaze:
  • Brown ale (nutty + mellow)
  • Amber lager (sweet + clean)
  • Porter (roasty + rich)
• In your glass:
  • The same beer for perfect pairing
  • Cream ale or dry cider for contrast
  • Maple stout if you’re going full dessert mode

Final Thoughts

Maple Bacon Beer Glaze is smoky, sweet, and sticky in all the right ways — like breakfast, BBQ, and beer made a sauce baby.

It’s bold, easy to make, and guaranteed to impress whether you’re grilling meat, roasting veggies, or just looking for an excuse to make bacon even better.

Cheers to bacon, beer, and things worth glazing! 🥓🍺🔥

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