Bourbon Whiskey BBQ Sauce
This bourbon whiskey BBQ sauce recipe is a new favorite! With hints of brown sugar and a bit of spice, this homemade BBQ sauce is perfect on grilled chicken, pork chops, ribs, and more!
Prep Time5 minutes mins
Cook Time15 minutes mins
Total Time20 minutes mins
Course: Sauces
Cuisine: American, barbecue
Keyword: bourbon bbq sauce, bourbon whiskey bbq sauce, homemade bbq sauce recipe
Servings: 16 people
- 1 cup tomato ketchup
- ½ cup apple cider vinegar
- ¼ cup Worcestershire sauce
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 2 tablespoons yellow mustard
- ¼ cup bourbon whiskey
- ¼ cup molasses
- ¼ cup packed light brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon garlic powder
- 2 teaspoons smoked paprika
- 2 teaspoons onion powder
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
- ½ tablespoons crushed red pepper (optional)
Add all ingredients to a medium saucepan and mix well. Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring occasionally. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Allow to cool, then transfer to an airtight container. Store in the refrigerator for up to 10 days. Or serve warm and use to baste grilled chicken, meatloaf, etc.