Chef Katie Coleman has been dazzling us with her fresh, easy and delicious food and drink pairings. After we tasted her fresh tomato tequila cocktail, we had to come back for more. Katie graciously welcomed us back to Durham Spirits Company where she treated us to a symphony of flavors featuring cherries, bourbon and homemade bacon!

In these two videos, Katie first prepares a modern take on the southern classic the Mint Julep by adding fresh cherries. Then she pairs this incredible cocktail with a crostini topped with cherries with bacon, shallots and goat cheese.