Arrange the remaining pecan halves evenly in the pastry case and carefully pour over the syrup mixture. Place into the preheated oven and bake for 40-50 minutes - the pie will be golden-brown ...
Whisk in eggs, corn syrup, reserved bourbon, and butter until well combined. Mix in chopped bourbon pecans. Pour into prepared pie shell. Arrange bourbon pecan halves on top. Bake for 50 minutes.