Bourbon

This twist on the classic whiskey cocktail is the perfect companion to the fall season.

Peach lattice is a beautifully classic summer pie. A drizzling of rich, buttery bourbon caramel over each slice heightens the naturally lush sweetness of ripe peaches—ditto a scoop of ginger ice cream on the side.

Tender, tangy, and accented with just a hint of bourbon, these slow-cooker–cooked ribs are messy, saucy, and perfect for devouring over a long weekend.

The perfect balance of bright lemon juice, warming bourbon, and sweet simple syrup for a refreshing cocktail that’s neither too cloying nor too biting.

Brewed tea is an easy way to infuse complex flavors into warming winter cocktails like this one.

Dark sweet cherries and apple cider lend sweetness and depth to this bourbon-and-black-pepper-spiked cranberry sauce.

Earthy maple syrup, smoky bourbon, and caramely brown sugar join forces to make the rich custard that fills this decadent pie.

It just may be the perfect cocktail—especially when you can make it (and serve it) in bulk.

We're partial to the grenadine from Jack Rudy Cocktail Co.

Sandwiching the puff pastry between two baking sheets ensures that the pastry rises perfectly even.

Bourbon Balls function as the ultimate easy dessert for Southern cocktail parties, and they put a sweet, slightly boozy finish on any get-together. Think of them as an edible digestif. Crushed vanilla wafers hold all the chocolatey goodness together. Buy an 11-ounce box and remove two dozen wafers to save for another use, like Banana Pudding.

Firm peach slices will hold their shape even when they are doused in sugar and whiskey and put to a flame. They're delicious on their own, over ice cream, or in this case with sweetened crème fraîche spooned over homemade shortcakes. If you plan to make your own crème fraîche, you'll need to start it a day or two in advance.

Not camping? Bake this at home in a 10" springform pan at 375°F for 30–35 minutes.

Competition for the best burger in London has gone mad. Some burgers are gourmet and piled high with toppings, whereas others are thinner, simpler, wrapped in paper, steamy and sloppy. All I can say is my insanity burger is going to be right up there—the method is almost ritualistic in what it requires you to do to get close to burger perfection. I've also used the brilliant technique of brushing the burgers with mustard and a dash of Tabasco Chipotle sauce as they cook to build up an incredible gnarly layer of seasoning.

This Derby-ready julep doubles down on the mint flavor with a bright Mint Simple Syrup and fresh mint leaves. The julep cup is essential to the presentation. This recipe yields about 1 1/4 cups mint simple syrup, enough for 30 cocktails. You can also use it to make a refreshing non-alcoholic drink—add a few tablespoons to club soda and serve over ice.

The hot toddy is not simply a mixture of hot water and booze. It's a miracle worker, a doctor, and a life coach in a cup. And although it does seem to do the trick for everything from a sore throat to a cough, it's just as good when you're healthy. This version—from Damon Boelte, bar manager at Prime Meats restaurant in Brooklyn—omits the usual honey or sugar and plays up the herbal and spicy notes instead.