Bacon and Corn Smoked Gougères

Ingredients

• 6 hickory-smoked bacon slices
• 2 ears of fresh sweet corn (yellow or white)
• 1 cup water
• 4 ounces (8 Tablespoons) unsalted butter
• Pinch of granulated sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup unbleached all-purpose flour
• 4 extra large eggs
• 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
• 1 1/2 cups grated extra-sharp white Cheddar cheese, about 5 ounces
• 2 Tablespoons freshly grated Parmigiano-Reggiano
• 2 Tablespoons finely chopped fresh chives
• 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
• 3 tablespoons Honey
• 1 teaspoon Celia's Hickory Dark Balsamic Vinegar