Cheesy Whiskey Bacon Burgers

In a small bowl, mix together mayonnaise, Irish whiskey, minced garlic, paprika, a pinch of sea salt and a dash of black pepper. Refrigerate until ready to serve.

Heat olive oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium heat. Add thinly sliced onion and cook, stirring occasionally, until golden brown and caramelized, about 5 to 7 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside.

Divide ground beef into 2 equal portions and form patties. Season both sides with sea salt and black pepper.

Heat a grill or grill pan over medium heat. Cook burger patties until browned on one side, then flip and cook until browned on the other side and no pink remains in the center, or to desired doneness.

Top each patty with cheddar cheese slices and allow the cheese to melt.

Assemble burgers by placing a cheeseburger patty on the bottom half of a lightly toasted hamburger bun.

Layer crispy bacon and caramelized grilled onions on top of cheeseburger patty.

Drizzle with chilled homemade whiskey aioli and finish with the top half of the bun.