# Whiskey-Seasoned Turkey Recipes This Whiskey-Glazed Turkey Makes for a Boozy Thanksgiving By Alyson Wyers | Published 2014-11-17 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/whiskeyglazed-turkey References: [mashable](http://mashable.com/2014/11/16/boozy-thanksgiving-recipes/) & [thehungrymouse](http://www.thehungrymouse.com/2010/11/23/the-angry-chefs-whiskey-glazed-roasted-turkey/) If you are looking for an untraditional (read: boozy) way to change up how you cook your turkey this Thanksgiving, the whiskey-glazed turkey recipe from The Hungry Mouse will do just the trick. The roasted bird is covered in a mixture of whiskey (or scotch), maple syrup and five-spice powder that will give it a nice, full fall flavor. This recipe works with both a full bird or a simple [turkey breast](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/herb-seasoned-brined-bone-in-half-turkey). Whether you are feeding the full extended family, or just a small gathering and don't need the carcass for soup-making purposes later on, this is a great option. The whiskey-glazed turkey has a bit of [warm spice from extra cinnamon](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/archie-rose-cinnamon-smoked), clove, star anise and smoked paprika. You also stuff it with garlic and lemon that has star anise and cinnamon sticks shoved in it. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 0.8/10 - Popularity: 6% | Activity: 10% | 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 ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Boozy Food Recipes:** Creating more recipes that incorporate alcohol into the dish to add unique and flavorful twists. - **DIY Cooking Techniques:** Encouraging consumers to experiment with different cooking techniques and flavors to create their own unique dishes tailored to their preferences. - **Multi-purpose Ingredients:** Promoting the use of ingredients that can be used in multiple dishes and across various cuisines to optimize versatility and reduce waste. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Alcohol Industry:** Partnering with food companies to promote the use of alcohol in recipes to increase product sales and market reach. - **Food Industry:** Investing in recipe development innovation to create unique dishes for consumers looking to try new and unconventional food options. - **Kitchen Appliance Industry:** Developing new and innovative kitchen appliances that can be used to experiment with different cooking techniques and flavors to aid consumers in creating their own unique dishes. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Canadian Thanksgiving Drinking Guides](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/canadian-thanksgivings.md) - [Roasted Goose-Flavored Whiskeys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gooseflavored-whiskey.md) - [Fall-Ready Scotch Whisky Cocktails](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/scotch-whiskey-cocktail1.md) - [Jamaican Jerk Chicken Turkeys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jerk-turkey.md) - [Baster-Style Shot Sets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/skrewball-baster-set.md) - [Mission-Driven Thanksgiving Cocktails](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/titos-turkey-rot.md) - [Thanksgiving-Inspired Ice Creams](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/salt-straws-friendsgiving-series.md) - [Charitable Food Initiatives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/charitable-friendsgiving-campaign.md) - [Dubai Chocolate Turkey Recipes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dubai-chocolate-turkey.md)