A smear of butter

Whiskey Butter: The Condiment You'll Want To Spread On Everything

NEWS

BY JESSICA RIGGIO

Whiskey butter in pot
Whiskey butter is a type of compound butter, or butter flavored with other ingredients. It’s perfect for fans of robust, smoky, caramelized whiskey flavor.
Steak on firey grill
Whipped whiskey butter is great on everything from buttermilk pancakes, corn bread, ribeye steak, garlic mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables, and dinner rolls.
Tortilla with whiskey butter
Making whiskey butter at home is fast and easy. Start with butter in a bowl, softened so it better absorbs flavors, and then add the whiskey a teaspoon at a time.
Whipped butter in bowl
Mix well and test the butter before adding more so you don't create a too-strong cocktail. Whip the mixture for a while by hand or with a mixer to achieve your desired texture.
Various bottles of whiskey
Whiskey butter will even last in the freezer for about six months. Any whiskey will work to make whiskey butter, from straight whiskey to bourbon and beyond.