Craving a delicious pub-style burger? You don’t have to go out to enjoy one!

by Lisa Johnson
Craving a delicious pub-style burger? You don’t have to go out to enjoy one! This mouthwatering meal is made with juicy ground beef patties, crispy bacon, cheddar cheese, and topped off with a flavorful whiskey aioli.
All of these ingredients are nestled between two soft and fluffy buns for the perfect bite. In just a few simple steps, you’ll be enjoying your very own homemade Irish Pub Burger in no time!
What you will need to make this recipe
- 85% ground chuck – half a pound per person per the menu description
- Irish cheddar cheese – I went with regular sharp cheddar because that is all that was available
- Grilled onions – thinly sliced yellow onion
- Irish Whiskey aioli – Jameson mixed with mayonnaise and garlic, nice and simple
- Irish rashers, aka thick cut bacon – again, I live in the desert not Europe
- Hamburger bun of your choice – I used pretzel buns because they looked really pretty
How to make Irish Pub Burgers with Whiskey Aioli
To make the whiskey aioli:
Mix mayonnaise, whiskey, garlic, salt, pepper and paprika together in a small bowl.


Place in the refrigerator until ready to serve.
To caramelize the onions:
Heat one Tablespoon of oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium heat. Add the sliced onion and cook, stirring occasionally until golden brown…about 5 to 7 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside.
To make the burgers:
Form ground beef into patties and season with salt and pepper. Cover and cook over medium heat until no pink remains. Place cheese on top of burgers and allow to melt.

