Tipsy Bourbon Caramel Corn

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat the oven to 250 degrees F. Line 2 baking sheets with parchment paper.
2. 2
   Place the popcorn and pecans in a large mixing bowl.
3. 3
   Combine the sugar, butter, corn syrup and salt in a saucepan over medium-high heat.
4. 4
   Bring to a boil and continue to boil for 4 minutes.
5. 5
   Remove the mixture from the heat and stir in the bourbon and baking soda.
6. 6
   Pour over the popcorn and stir well to coat completely.
7. 7
   Divide the popcorn in an even layer between the 2 baking sheets.
8. 8
   Bake, gently stirring and rotating the pans about halfway through (after 8 to 10 minutes), until the popcorn is mostly dry and the caramel coating is crisp, 15 to 20 minutes total.
9. 9
   Cool completely on the baking sheets before breaking up and serving.