Bourbon Peach Barbecue Sauce
Elevate your summer grilling game with this tantalizing Bourbon Peach Barbecue Sauce—a perfect balance of sweet, tangy, and smoky flavors. Made with juicy, ripe peaches, a splash of bourbon, and a blend of bold spices like smoked paprika and cayenne, this homemade sauce is as versatile as it is mouthwatering. Simmered to perfection and blended into a velvety texture, it's ideal as a glaze, marinade, or dipping sauce for ribs, chicken, burgers, or even roasted veggies. Ready in under an hour, this small-batch recipe combines fresh, wholesome ingredients with the bold allure of bourbon, making it a standout addition to any barbecue. Store a jar in your fridge to transform weeknight meals or add a gourmet twist to your next cookout!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 medium (about 1.5 lbs) ripe peaches
- 1 cup ketchup
- 0.5 cup (packed) light brown sugar
- 0.25 cup apple cider vinegar
- 0.25 cup bourbon
- 2 tablespoons yellow mustard
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon kosher salt
- 0.25 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional, for heat)
Instructions
Peel and pit the peaches, then dice them into small chunks.
In a medium-sized saucepan, combine the diced peaches, ketchup, brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, and bourbon.
Add the yellow mustard, Worcestershire sauce, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, kosher salt, and cayenne pepper (if using).
Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.
Reduce the heat to low and let the sauce cook uncovered for about 30–35 minutes. Stir occasionally until the peaches are soft and tender, and the sauce thickens slightly.
Remove the saucepan from heat and let the mixture cool for 5–10 minutes.
Use an immersion blender or transfer the mixture to a blender to puree the sauce until smooth. Be careful when blending hot liquids.
Taste and adjust seasonings if needed. If the sauce is too thick, add a splash of water or bourbon to thin it out slightly.
Return the sauce to the saucepan and simmer for an additional 5–10 minutes to meld the flavors, stirring occasionally.
Let the sauce cool completely before transferring it to a jar or airtight container for storage.
Store in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks or freeze for up to 3 months.
Use as a glaze, marinade, or dipping sauce for your favorite barbecue dishes!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1639 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 8.9 g | 11% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.1 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 865 mg | 38% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 377.4 g | 137% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 44.0 g | 157% | |
| Total Sugars | 331.3 g | ||
| Protein | 27.3 g | 55% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 285 mg | 22% | |
| Iron | 10.0 mg | 56% | |
| Potassium | 5632 mg | 120% | |
*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.
