Detroit-Inspired Whiskey Glazed Meatloaf

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-07-24 · Updated 2026-07-24

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A hearty meatloaf enriched with a whiskey glaze inspired by Detroit's famed liquor selections, offering smoky sweetness and savory depth. This American-inspired beef recipe, ready in about 80 minutes, pairs ground beef, ground pork, white onion, finely diced for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 480 calories and feeds 6, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 20 min Cook: 60 min Serves 6 American cuisine 480 cal/serving

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Ingredients

1.5 lbs ground beef
0.5 lbs ground pork
1 cup white onion, finely diced
3 garlic cloves, minced
3/4 cup bread crumbs
1/2 cup whole milk
1 large egg
2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
1/3 cup Detroit whiskey (or bourbon)
1/4 cup brown sugar
1/2 cup ketchup
1 tbsp apple cider vinegar

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Instructions

Step 1: Preheat oven to 350°F. In a large mixing bowl, combine 1.5 lbs ground beef, 0.5 lbs ground pork, 1 cup finely diced white onion, 3 minced garlic cloves, 3/4 cup bread crumbs, 1/2 cup whole milk, 1 large egg, 2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Mix gently until just combined.
Step 2: Place the meat mixture into a loaf pan and shape evenly. Bake uncovered in the preheated oven for 45 minutes.
Step 3: While the meatloaf bakes, prepare the whiskey glaze by combining 1/3 cup Detroit whiskey, 1/4 cup brown sugar, 1/2 cup ketchup, and 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar in a small saucepan over medium heat. Stir frequently and simmer for 8 minutes until thickened and syrupy.
Step 4: After 45 minutes, remove the meatloaf from oven and brush the whiskey glaze evenly over the top. Return to oven and bake for an additional 15 minutes.
Step 5: Let the meatloaf rest for 10 minutes before slicing to allow juices to redistribute, then serve warm.