# Boozy Popcorn Recipes This Recipe for Maple Bacon Popcorn is Perfect for Long Winter Nights By Katherine Pendrill | Published 2016-01-21 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/maple-bacon-popcorn References: [food52](http://food52.com/blog/15636-make-spiked-maple-bacon-popcorn-with-vintage-a-m) & [food52](http://food52.com/recipes/7133-tipsy-maple-corn) The 'Food52' blog recently put together a recipe for making [boozy maple bacon popcorn](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/popworks-x-malibu-snack). While popcorn is not usually associated with hard liquor, this recipe combines the two in a surprisingly delicious way. The recipe involves combining popcorn kernels, [Jack Daniels whiskey](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/popcorn-kitchen-and-craft-gin-club), pure maple syrup and a touch of bacon grease to produce the ultimate popcorn treat. To begin, users simply pop the kernels in a dutch oven filled with a small amount of bacon grease. In a separate pot, users whips up a batch of Jack Daniels-butter-maple syrup. Once the kernels have fully popped, the two ingredients are combined to create a batch of delicious maple bacon popcorn. While National Popcorn Day may have passed, this recipe is perfect for making movie night a bit more exciting. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.0/10 - Popularity: 36% | Activity: 77% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Food](https://www.trendhunter.com/food) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Boozy Popcorn:** Using alcohol in popcorn recipes is a trend that adds a unique twist to a classic snack. - **Maple Bacon:** The combination of maple syrup and bacon in different recipes is a growing trend in the culinary world. - **Gourmet Popcorn:** The trend of elevating traditional popcorn by adding high-quality and unique ingredients is becoming increasingly popular. ### Who This Affects Most - **Food and Beverage:** The food and beverage industry can capitalize on the trend of boozy popcorn by offering a variety of flavors and alcohol-infused popcorn options. - **Home Entertainment:** The home entertainment industry can incorporate gourmet popcorn recipes like boozy maple bacon popcorn to enhance the movie-watching experience at home. - **Culinary Tourism:** The culinary tourism industry can attract visitors by featuring unique culinary experiences such as gourmet popcorn tastings that highlight the trend of innovative popcorn recipes. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Bakery-Approved Popcorn Snacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/big-sur-bakery-caramel-corn.md) - [Bottled Popcorn Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/popcorn-kits.md) - [Alcohol-Infused Popcorn Bundles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/uniqucorn.md) - [Movie Night Popcorn Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/movie-night-popcorn-kit.md) - [Blueberry Muffin Popcorns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/blueberry-muffin-popcorn.md) - [Movie-Inspired Popcorn Products](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/popcorn-shed.md) - [Cocktail-Flavored Popcorn Snacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/popworks-x-malibu-snack.md) - [DIY Snacking Popcorns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gourmet-popping-kernels.md) - [Autumnal Popcorn Snacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/grandmas-stuffing-popcorn.md)