Bourbon Bbq Sauce
Elevate your grilling game with this rich and smoky Bourbon BBQ Sauce, a perfect balance of sweet, tangy, and bold flavors. Crafted with a base of ketchup and brown sugar, it’s enhanced with the complexity of bourbon, apple cider vinegar, and the umami depth of Worcestershire and soy sauce. Infused with smoked paprika, Dijon mustard, and a touch of cayenne for optional heat, this homemade BBQ sauce simmers to a glossy, thick perfection in just 20 minutes. Whether brushed onto ribs, slathered on burgers, or served as a dipping sauce, this versatile recipe is a must-have for your next cookout. Make it ahead and store it in the fridge for up to two weeks for all your saucy needs! Keywords: homemade bourbon BBQ sauce, tangy barbecue sauce, smoky BBQ sauce recipe.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Ketchup
- 0.5 cup Brown sugar
- 0.25 cup Apple cider vinegar
- 0.25 cup Bourbon
- 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tablespoon Soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 2 teaspoons Smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Onion powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon Cayenne pepper (optional)
- 0.25 cup Water
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, combine the ketchup, brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, and water. Stir over medium heat until the sugar dissolves.
Add the bourbon, Worcestershire sauce, soy sauce, and Dijon mustard to the mixture. Stir to combine.
Add the smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, ground black pepper, and cayenne pepper (if using). Whisk thoroughly to ensure the spices are evenly distributed.
Bring the sauce to a simmer over medium heat, then reduce the heat to low.
Let the sauce simmer gently for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it thickens and deepens in flavor.
Taste and adjust seasoning if needed (e.g., add more brown sugar for sweetness or a splash of vinegar for tanginess).
Remove the saucepan from heat and let the sauce cool to room temperature.
Once cooled, transfer the sauce to a clean glass jar or airtight container and store in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
731 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 3.8 g | 5% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.1 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2358 mg | 103% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 142.7 g | 52% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.8 g | 10% | |
| Total Sugars | 116.6 g | ||
| Protein | 3.0 g | 6% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 137 mg | 11% | |
| Iron | 4.1 mg | 23% | |
| Potassium | 628 mg | 13% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
