Melon Salad With Bourbon-Maple Vinaigrette

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For the pecans:

1/2 cup pecans

1 slice thick-cut double-smoked bacon, diced

2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar

2 tablespoons maple syrup

3/4 teaspoon Old Bay Seasoning

For the salad:

1 cup Kentucky bourbon

1/4 cup maple syrup

1/4 cup apple cider vinegar

1 small shallot, finely chopped

1/2 teaspoon finely chopped fresh thyme

Kosher salt

3 tablespoons grapeseed or vegetable oil

1 cantaloupe, peeled, seeded and thinly sliced

Sea salt

2 tablespoons fresh micro cilantro or chopped cilantro