Bourbon BBQ Sauce

Written by Updated on March 3, 2023 in Sauces, Sauces + Spices
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This killer (smoke-free) BBQ sauce boasts a ton of tangy flavor and pairs well with red meat, pork, and poultry alike. I spent a couple years getting this one just where I want it for my smoked meats and how you enjoy it as much as I do!

Bourbon BBQ Sauce
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Bourbon BBQ Sauce

Recipe by JohnnyCourse: Sauces u0026amp; MarinadesCuisine: American, BBQDifficulty: Easy
Prep time

3

minutes
Cooking time

5

minutes
Resting Time

1

Day
Total time

8

minutes

Ingredients

  • 2/3 CUP – Heinz Ketchup

  • 1/4 CUP – Cider Vinegar

  • 1/4 CUP – Maker’s Mark Whiskey (or your favorite!)

  • 1/4 CUP – Brown Sugar

  • 2 TSP – Smoked Paprika

  • 1 TSP – Cumin

  • 1 TSP – Kosher Salt

  • 1 TSP – Black Pepper

  • 1/2 TSP – Garlic Powder

  • 1/2 TSP – Shipshewana Fire Seasoning or Cayenne Pepper
    (increase this ingredient for more heat!)
    BUY SHIPSHEWANA FIRE SEASONING HERE

Instructions

  • Combine all ingredients in a small non-reactive saucepan, bring to a simmer over medium heat and cook for 5 minutes.
  • Allow to cool and refrigerate between use.

Notes & Prep

  • DO NOT COVER THIS SAUCE AS YOU COOK IT DOWN. THE BUILD-UP OF FUMES FROM THE SIMMERING ALCOHOL CAN CAUSE A FIRE. IF YOU DO COVER IT TO REDUCE SPLASHING, TAKE THE POT AWAY FROM THE FLAME BEFORE YOU REMOVE THE LID.
  • This sauce is best if made a day prior to use.