Bourbon BBQ sauce is a delicious combination of sweet and savory flavors that’s perfect for any BBQ occasion. Its versatility and ease of preparation make it a popular choice among BBQ enthusiasts, and its rich, complex flavor is sure to impress your guests. So fire up the grill, grab a bottle of bourbon, and get ready to enjoy some delicious BBQ!
Why you will love this Bourbon BBQ Sauce:
Bourbon BBQ sauce is a delightful combination of Rabbit Hole Bourbon, brown sugar, and a few more easy to find ingredients. It’s a perfect balance of sweet and savory, with a subtle smoky flavor and a hint of warmth from the bourbon. Bourbon will enhance notes of vanilla and caramel, complement nuttiness, and add hints of toasted oak.
One of the great things about bourbon and brown sugar BBQ sauce is that it’s incredibly versatile. It’s perfect for grilled meats like chicken, pork, and beef, but it can also be used as a dipping sauce for appetizers like chicken wings or as a glaze for salmon.
If you’re looking for a way to elevate your BBQ game, then bourbon and brown sugar BBQ sauce is definitely worth trying. It’s easy to make and can be customized to your liking by adjusting the amount of bourbon or brown sugar used. Whether you’re grilling up some ribs for a backyard BBQ or hosting a fancy dinner party, this sauce is sure to impress.
The Rabbit Hole Bourbon gives the sauce a rich, smooth flavor that perfectly complements the tangy ketchup and the sweetness of the brown sugar. It’s the perfect sauce for any party or get-together, and it’s sure to be a hit with your guests.
So, next time you’re grilling or smoking some chicken wings or other meats, give this recipe a try. You won’t be disappointed!
Bourbon BBQ sauce combines sweet, tangy, and smoky flavors, making it a versatile addition to various dishes. Here’s an overview of its components, preparation steps, serving suggestions, and storage tips:
Ingredients for Bourbon BBQ Sauce:
- Ketchup: Serves as the tomato-based foundation, providing sweetness and tang.
- Bourbon: Adds depth with its rich, smoky flavor and subtle warmth.
- Apple Cider Vinegar: Introduces acidity to balance the sweetness and enhance tanginess.
- Brown Sugar: Contributes sweetness and a hint of molasses, complementing the bourbon.
- Worcestershire Sauce: Imparts umami and complexity with its savory notes.
- Liquid Smoke: Provides a smoky flavor, emulating the essence of outdoor grilling.
- Dijon Mustard: Adds a subtle tang and slight heat, enhancing the sauce’s complexity.
- Molasses: Deepens the sweetness and adds a robust, slightly bitter undertone.
- Honey: Introduces floral sweetness and aids in achieving a smooth consistency.
- Garlic Powder: Offers a mellow garlic flavor, enhancing the sauce’s savory profile.
- Onion Powder: Adds subtle sweetness and depth, complementing the garlic.
- Ancho Chili Powder: Brings mild heat and a smoky, fruity flavor.
- Mesquite Powder: Enhances the smoky profile with its distinct mesquite flavor.
How to prepare the BBQ Sauce:
- In a bowl, whisk together all the ingredients until well combined.
- Transfer the mixture to a medium saucepan.
- Bring the sauce to a gentle simmer over medium heat.
- Reduce heat to low and cook for approximately 2 hours, stirring occasionally, until the sauce has reduced and thickened to the desired consistency.
Serving Suggestions:
- Grilled Meats: Ideal for brushing onto chicken, pork, or beef during the last minutes of grilling.
- Dipping Sauce: Perfect for chicken wings, nuggets, or fries.
- Glaze: Use as a finishing glaze for roasted or grilled salmon.
- Sandwiches: Spread on burgers, pulled pork sandwiches, or wraps for added flavor.
Storage Tips:
- Allow the sauce to cool completely after cooking.
- Transfer to an airtight container or a sterilized jar.
- Store in the refrigerator for up to two weeks.
- For extended storage, consider freezing the sauce in freezer-safe containers for up to three months.
Before using refrigerated or frozen sauce, bring it to room temperature or warm it gently on the stove to restore its consistency.
Equipment
- Bowl with spout
- measuring cups
- Measuring spoons
- Whisk
- pot
Ingredients
- 1 3/4 cups ketchup
- 1 cup bourbon
- 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
- 1/3 cup packed brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tablespoon liquid smoke
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 3 tablespoons molasses
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 2 teaspoons ancho chili powder
- 2 teaspoons mesquite powder
Instructions
- Whisk together all ingredients in a bowl with a spout.1 3/4 cups ketchup, 1 cup bourbon, 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar, 1/3 cup packed brown sugar, 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce, 1 tablespoon liquid smoke, 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard, 3 tablespoons molasses, 2 tablespoons honey, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1 teaspoon onion powder, 2 teaspoons ancho chili powder, 2 teaspoons mesquite powder
- Pour the mixture into a medium saucepan and bring the sauce to a gentle simmer.
- Cook for 2 hours, stirring occasionally until the sauce has reduced and thickens.
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This is gorgeous! Looks so sticky and full of flavor, can’t wait to try it out! Thanks for the recipe!
Oh yum! Such a flavorful and delicious sauce for summer bbq season and all year round. I love how easily it comes together.
Tara,
Here is to year round BBQ!!
Dina and Bruce
Oh my, I am loving this bourbon bbq sauce so much. I want to put it on everything grill this season.
Andrea,
Oh yay! Happy grilling season!
Dina and Bruce
The addition of bourbon makes this sauce unique and fun! Planning on making it for a memorial day barbecue.
Lily,
Oh yay! Excited for you to try it!
Dina and Bruce
We absolutely loved your recipe for Bourbon bbq sauce! It was tangy, smoky, and had just the right amount of sweetness. It was the perfect accompaniment to our grilled steak.
Sandhya,
Oh that grilled steak sounds amazing!
Dina and Bruce
This Bourbon BBQ Sauce recipe is an absolute game-changer! The rich and smoky flavors combined with the subtle sweetness of bourbon create a truly irresistible sauce.
Tavo,
You are very nice to say that, thank you!
Dina and Bruce
Wow this barbecue sauce is packed full of flavor! Perfect for making some wings during barbecue season!!
This BBQ sauce was incredible. Perfect for wings.
Bourbon makes this bbq sauce! So delicious and amazing complex flavors. 10/10!
Mindy,
We are so grateful for your comment, we appreciate you!
Dina and Bruce
Mindy,
Wow, such high praise! Thank you!
Dina and Bruce
This bourbon BBQ sauce is the best!! Love the bit of tang that the Dijon mustard adds. Will be using this for all our summer grilling!
MJ,
Awe thank you! Enjoy!
Dina and Bruce
Love this Bourbon BBQ Sauce recipe, never thought about the bourbon part in this kind of recipe, will have to make it real soon, looks really tasty. Thanks for sharing 🙂
Elisa,
We hope you enjoy as much as we did!
Thank you,
Dina and Bruce
This bourbon sauce looks so so appetizing, I love the color on it. I will need to give it a go soon.
Immediately obsessed with this sauce!
Jess,
Yes! So glad!! Thank you!
Dina and Bruce