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    Whiskey Steak Marinade

    Published: Mar 29, 2019 · Modified: Jun 10, 2019 by Fox Valley Foodie · This post may contain affiliate links

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    This post is sponsored by Evan Williams Honey. As always, all opinions are my own.

    Boldly infused with Evan Williams Honey, this whiskey steak marinade saturates your grilled steak with sweet & savory flavor in each tender bite!

    A little over a decade ago I was employed by a gentleman who lived to entertain. He had parties, fundraisers, and charity events at his house almost nightly. They were no small affair either. Steaks sizzled on the grill, drinks were poured, people ate, drank, laughed, and simply enjoyed themselves. It was at those events where I fell in love with the classic pairing of steaks and whiskey, one of his favorite party themes.

    Whiskey Steak Marinade

    Perhaps I may not have as many celebrities darkening my doorstep as my former employer, but when I am looking to really entertain, steaks and whiskey still stand front and center as my favorite pairing.

    Grilling with steak and Whiskey

    Evan Williams Honey is a natural fit to share with my friends at any steak and whiskey celebration. The smoothness of Evan Williams is combined with the sweetness of natural honey to create a drink that fits just as perfectly in a rocks glass, as it does in this whiskey steak marinade recipe.

    Evan Williams Honey

    Whiskey Steak Marinade

    The subtle sweetness of honey makes Evan Williams Honey an ideal marinade base. The whiskey adds a deep, oaky richness to the marinade, while the honey flavor balances it out with a brighter sweetness.

    Whiskey Marinade

    I combine the rich flavor of Evan Williams whiskey with the salty umami flavor of soy and Worcestershire sauce, as well as a tangy punch of balsamic vinegar. Fresh ground pepper, crushed red pepper flakes, and a hint of ground cinnamon liven up the marinade and round out a beautifully complex flavor profile.

    Whiskey Marinated Steak

    How Long to Marinate Steak

    You can let this marinade work its magic for a little as a couple of hours, or you can let the steak bathe in it overnight. Since it does contain vinegar it does run the risk of turning your steak mushy if you let it marinate for too long though. Personally, I prefer to place the steaks in the marinade in the morning and let it sit in the refrigerator until dinner time.

    Make sure to have some extra Evan Williams Honey on hand so you have something to sip on while you patiently wait!

    How Long to Marinade Steak

    Best Way to Marinate Steak

    Although, in the photos, I show steak marinading in a dish for purely aesthetic purposes, my favorite way to marinate meat is using a gallon storage bag. By removing as much air inside as possible, you will get better coverage of your marinade across the full steak. It is also easier to flip the steak while it marinates when it is resting in a sealed bag.

    How to Cook Steak

    How to Cook Steak

    A phenomenal whiskey marinade is obviously only as good as the steak that soaks it up. Therefore I recommend studying up on how to cook a proper steak prior to any meat kissing the flames. The reverse sear steak method is probably my favorite, but sometimes I feel like just keeping it simple, in which case check out How to Grill Steak. Alternatively, there is no reason you could not use this marinade with steak bites as well!

    Whiskey Steak Marinade Recipe
    Whiskey Steak Marinade recipe

    Whiskey Steak Marinade

    Boldly infused with Evan Williams, this whiskey steak marinade saturates your grilled steak with sweet & savory flavor in each tender bite!
    5 from 4 votes
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    Course: Entree
    Cuisine: American
    Prep Time: 5 minutes
    Resting Time: 4 hours
    Total Time: 5 minutes
    Servings: 2
    Calories: 747kcal
    Author: Fox Valley Foodie

    Ingredients

    Whiskey Marinade

    • ¼ cup Olive Oil
    • 2 tablespoons Evan Williams Honey Whiskey
    • 2 tablespoons Soy Sauce
    • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire Sauce
    • 1 tablespoon Balsamic Vinegar
    • 3 clove Garlic (smashed)
    • 1 tablespoon Ground Black Pepper
    • ¼ teaspoon Crushed Red Pepper Flakes
    • ⅛ teaspoon ground Cinnamon

    Meat

    • 2 Steaks

    Instructions

    • Combine all ingredients in a dish and pour into a gallon storage bag, along with two steaks, and seal shut.
    • Let marinate in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours, or up to overnight.
    • Remove steaks from the marinade and cook your preferred way.

    Notes

    IF YOU LIKED THIS RECIPE you will also love my Blue Cheese Crusted Steak.

    Nutritional Information

    Calories: 747kcal | Carbohydrates: 7g | Protein: 48g | Fat: 59g | Saturated Fat: 17g | Cholesterol: 137mg | Sodium: 1210mg | Potassium: 769mg | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 35IU | Vitamin C: 2.5mg | Calcium: 46mg | Iron: 5.2mg
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    1. Tammy

      May 23, 2021 at 11:06 am

      5 stars
      The family loved it. Served the glaze with smoked salmon

      Reply
    2. Michael S Manning

      October 07, 2020 at 11:05 am

      5 stars
      10 Stars! Most excellent marinade. This has become our usual steak marinade. The only change I made is I use 4 cloves of garlic. Otherwise I go exactly by the recipe. I usually make my marinade in the morning and start the process for the evening meal at that time.

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