Honey Whiskey Clove Ham

Elevate your holiday table with the irresistible flavors of Honey Whiskey Clove Ham—a show-stopping centerpiece that perfectly balances sweet, savory, and smoky notes. This bone-in spiral-cut ham is studded with fragrant whole cloves and bathed in a luscious glaze made from golden honey, rich brown sugar, a splash of whiskey, Dijon mustard, and a hint of orange juice. Infused with warming spices like cinnamon and ground cloves, this easy-to-make dish caramelizes beautifully in the oven, creating a glossy, flavorful crust. Perfectly cooked to tender, juicy perfection, it’s a crowd-pleaser that makes any gathering unforgettable. Whether for Easter, Christmas, or Sunday dinner, this glazed ham pairs wonderfully with your favorite sides and promises to impress!

Nutriscore Rating: 54/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:120 mins

Total Time:135 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 8 pounds bone-in spiral-cut ham
• 30 pieces whole cloves
• 0.75 cups honey
• 0.5 cups brown sugar
• 0.25 cups whiskey
• 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 0.5 teaspoons ground cinnamon
• 0.25 teaspoons ground cloves
• 0.25 cups orange juice

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C).

Step 2

Place the ham, cut side down, on a roasting pan fitted with a rack. If your ham is not pre-sliced, use a sharp knife to score the surface in a diamond pattern, about 1/4 inch deep.

Step 3

Stud the ham with the whole cloves, evenly spacing them across the surface.

Step 4

In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine the honey, brown sugar, whiskey, Dijon mustard, unsalted butter, ground cinnamon, ground cloves, and orange juice.

Step 5

Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, stirring frequently, until the glaze thickens slightly, about 5-7 minutes. Remove from heat and allow it to cool for a few minutes.

Step 6

Brush a generous amount of the glaze all over the surface of the ham, ensuring it gets into the scored sections if applicable.

Step 7

Cover the ham loosely with aluminum foil and place it in the preheated oven.

Step 8

Bake the ham for 1 hour, basting with additional glaze every 20 minutes.

Step 9

After 1 hour, remove the foil and continue baking for another 30-40 minutes, basting every 15 minutes, until the edges are caramelized and the internal temperature reaches 140°F (60°C).

Step 10

Remove the ham from the oven and let it rest for 10-15 minutes before carving.

Step 11

Serve warm and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	4064.5 grams (4064.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	6528

Total Fat 230.30g	295%
Saturated Fat 86.70g	434%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 1876mg	625%
Sodium 44276mg	1925%
Total Carbohydrate 282.50g	103%
Dietary Fiber 2.10g	8%
Total Sugars 276.40g
Protein 763.90g	1528%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 478mg	37%
Iron 35mg	192%
Potassium 10161mg	216%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 33.1%

Protein: 48.8%

Carbs: 18.1%