Bourbon Pairings

Bourbon Pairing

Perfect Pairings for Bourbon

Orange Chocolate & Spiced Orange

THE VIBE

This mix is basically Don Draper in snack form—smooth, complex, with a hint of orange that suggests it’s been places. It’s the Newman’s Own salad dressing of trail mixes: legitimately good, slightly unexpected, and proof that sometimes the classics nail it on the first try. Like Starsky and Hutch or Crockett and Tubbs, this pairing is bold, unapologetic, and definitely drives a cool car. The pecans here are doing more heavy lifting than Dolly Parton’s… well, you know.

What’s In The Bag?

Orange Chocolate and Spiced Orange Dusted:

Jumbo Thompson raisins
Dried Bing cherries
Diced citrus peel
Banana chips
Dried salted almonds
Roasted salted pecans
Dry-roasted cashews

Build Your Buzz Board

Tipsy Mix is your Buzz Board foundation—the easy button for elevated snacking. Pop open the bag, and you’re already 80% there.

Want to go full spread? Add any of the perfectly paired options below and watch your snack game level up instantly.

Think of it as adult Legos: we give you the base, you add whatever sounds good. No rules, no judgment, just really good food that works together like it was meant to be.

THE SWEET TOOTH SITUATION

Because balance means having dessert with your snacks.

Chocolate

Dark chocolate with orange
Chocolate-covered bacon
Bourbon balls
Salted dark chocolate

Desserts

Pecan pie (obviously)
Bourbon chocolate cake
Bread pudding with bourbon sauce
Bananas Foster
Caramel apple pie
Maple bacon donuts
Pralines
Bourbon balls
Sweet potato pie

Fresh Fruit

Orange segments or blood oranges
Dried apricots
Fresh figs
Persimmons

THE SAVORY SETUP

For when you need substance with your snacking (or at least pretend to).

Cheeses

Smoked cheddar or smoked Gouda (bourbon loves smoke)
Aged white cheddar
Whiskey-washed cheddar
Bourbon-infused cheese (if you can find it)

Cured Meats

Country ham or prosciutto
Speck
Peppered salami
Bacon jam (yes, really)

Bread & Crackers

Rye crackers (bourbon affinity)
Pretzel crisps
Cornbread crackers
Thick-cut sourdough

Mustards and Condiments

Bourbon mustard
Spicy brown mustard
Bourbon barrel-aged hot sauce
Apple butter

THE FRESH AND CRUNCHY

Texture matters. Variety is key. These add both (if you’re feeling ambitious).

Vegetables

Grilled corn (on or off the cob)
Roasted Brussels sprouts
Sweet potato rounds
Pickled okra

Chips and Snacks

BBQ kettle chips
Bourbon-glazed pecans
Pretzel rods
Pork rinds

Side Salads

Coleslaw (vinegar-based)
Cornbread salad
Bacon potato salad
Three-bean salad

BUZZ BOARD PRO TIPS

Temperature: Let cheeses come to room temperature for 30-60 minutes before serving. Cold cheese is sad cheese. Bourbon, however, is personal preference.
Visual Appeal: Arrange items in odd numbers (3, 5, 7) for maximum aesthetic impact. Your phone camera will thank you.
The Tipsy Mix Trick: Use it both as scattered garnish across the board AND in small bowls for grabbing. Double duty = smart hosting.
Tools Matter: Include small spoons for jams and spreads. Bacon jam requires proper utensils.
Herbaceous Vibes: Add fresh herbs like sage or rosemary for aroma and color. They’re basically edible decorations.
The Golden Rule: Always include something crunchy, something creamy, something salty, something sweet. Balance is everything—just like good bourbon balances smoke and sweetness.

What NOT to Pair

Like milk and lemons, some things just don’t vibe together. Skip these:

Delicate fresh cheeses
Citrus-forward condiments (beyond orange)
Light, floral elements
Mild fish or seafood spreads

CULTURAL PAIRINGS: WHAT TO WATCH, WHAT TO LISTEN TO

Because the right soundtrack and screen time matter.

FOR THE BOOMERS & GEN-X CROWD:

Pairs With:

Mad Men, Justified, any Clint Eastwood movie where he squints meaningfully, college football Saturdays, woodworking projects you’ll definitely finish this time, or contemplating whether you could pull off a cowboy hat (you can’t, but dream big).

Soundtrack:

Johnny Cash, Willie Nelson, Steve Earle, or anything that sounds better after your second bourbon.

FOR MILLENNIALS & GEN Z:

The Vibe: This is Yellowstone meets The Bear—bold, complex, slightly chaotic fine dining energy. It’s cowboy core but make it fashionable, like if Beyoncé’s Cowboy Carter was a snack.

Pairs With:

The Last of Us marathons, Pedro Pascal thirst traps, arguing about whether Breaking Bad or Better Call Saul is better, or your moody fall aesthetic. It’s giving Pedro and Oscar Isaac in every interview—smooth, charming, and definitely has good stories.

Soundtrack:

Chris Stapleton, Tyler Childers, Kacey Musgraves, or that playlist where country music doesn’t make you cringe.

THE FINE PRINT: Regret sold separately. Charcuterie skills not included. Cultural references span multiple generations because good snacking is timeless. No trail mix was harmed in the making of these descriptions, though several were consumed during the writing process. Your mileage may vary based on how much TV you watch and whether you think TikTok is a clock or a lifestyle.