Bourbon is a complex ingredient that'll take a simple glaze to the next level all by itself, but you can manipulate a bourbon glaze with the type of bourbon you choose. If you're using bourbon in a glaze, you should opt for a mid-tier bottle and save the expensive, aged stuff for sipping neat.
A smoky, sweet bourbon would make a great substitute for vanilla in a simple, cold glaze. You can always add more vanilla for mutual benefit by using this glazed donut recipe.
Ingredient swaps and additions will also help bourbon work its magic in a glaze. For example, you could use brown sugar or maple syrup in a glaze reduction to enhance the sweet notes in bourbon and the richness of the glaze as a whole.
Bourbon is a popular addition to pecan pie, so you could add butter and bourbon to your glaze, then top a freshly glazed donut with toasted pecans.
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