Ingredient

Bourbon

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Source

Not animal-derived

Allergen

Role in food

In food manufacturing, bourbon is primarily used as a flavor ingredient to impart its …

What it is

Bourbon is a type of American whiskey, a distilled alcoholic beverage made primarily from corn. It is produced from a fermented grain mash containing at least 51% corn, and then aged in new, charred oak barrels.

Why it's used

In food manufacturing, bourbon is primarily used as a flavor ingredient to impart its distinctive smoky, sweet, and oaky notes. It is commonly found in sauces, marinades, glazes, desserts, and some baked goods.

Health notes

Bourbon is an alcoholic beverage, and its consumption is regulated by the FDA. Excessive intake of alcoholic beverages is associated with various health risks, including liver damage and increased risk of certain cancers, as noted by organizations like the World Health Organization (WHO). The Dietary Guidelines for Americans recommend that adults who choose to drink alcohol do so in moderation. JECFA does not evaluate alcoholic beverages themselves as food additives.

Allergen info

Bourbon is not considered a major allergen. While made from grains, the distillation process typically removes gluten, making it generally safe for individuals with celiac disease or gluten sensitivity.

Products containing Bourbon

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GASTONE LAGO ELLEDI Gastone Lago Elledi, Party Wafer With Vanilla Cream, Vaniglia Cookies & Biscuits High in saturated fat — 30% DV per serving 516kcal 3.2Protein 25.8Fat 67.7Carbs CAMPBELL SOUP COMPANY Campbell's Beans Bourbon Brown Sugar Vegetables Prepared/Processed High in sodium — 21% DV per serving —kcal 4.6Protein 0.4Fat 21.5Carbs WILDSCAPE Bourbon Braised Pork With Roasted Squash, Butter Beans, Sorghum, And Pickled Peppers Other Frozen Meats High in sodium — 27% DV per serving 132kcal 7.4Protein 2.2Fat 21.2Carbs

GASTONE LAGO Party Wafers, Vanilla Cookies & Biscuits High in saturated fat — 35% DV per serving 516kcal 3.2Protein 25.8Fat 67.7Carbs Conagra Brands HEALTHY CHOICE Peach BBQ Chicken And Potatoes, 9.75 OZ Vegetable Based Products / Meals High in sodium — 23% DV per serving 91kcal 5.4Protein 1.3Fat 14.5Carbs Kraft Heinz Foods Company Sweet & Smoky Boneless Chicken Bites Chicken Breast Fritters With Rib Meat, With A Sweet Mesquite Flavor, Sweet & Smoky Frozen Appetizers & Hors D'oeuvres High in sodium — 25% DV per serving 179kcal 9.5Protein 4.8Fat 25Carbs Heinz USA BBQ Baked Beans, Bourbon & Molasses Canned & Bottled Beans High in sodium — 20% DV per serving 146kcal 5.4Protein 0.4Fat 29.2Carbs Kraft Heinz Foods Company Kentucky Bourbon Style Rich & Savory BBQ Sauce, Kentucky Bourbon Style Ketchup, Mustard, BBQ & Cheese Sauce High in added sugars — 20% DV per serving 143kcal 0Protein 0Fat 37.1Carbs Bourbon Barrel Foods Kentucky Style Hot Spicy Teriyaki Oriental, Mexican & Ethnic Sauces 133kcal 6.7Protein 0Fat 20Carbs Chicken Soup for the Soul Foods, LLC Barbecue Sauce, Sweet Chipotle Bourbon Ketchup, Mustard, BBQ & Cheese Sauce 106kcal 0Protein 0Fat 27.3Carbs Desert Pepper Trading Co. Desert Pepper Trading Company, All Natural Sweet & Sticky BBQ Sauce, Honey Pecan, Honey Pecan Ketchup, Mustard, BBQ & Cheese Sauce 121kcal 0Protein 0Fat 30.3Carbs Savencia Cheese USA LLC Delectable Brie Spread, Smoky Bourbon Cheese High in saturated fat — 20% DV per serving 286kcal 14.3Protein 21.4Fat 3.6Carbs

Last updated: September 28, 2026

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