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Whiskey Barbeque Sauce

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This whiskey barbeque sauce is sweet, tangy, delicious, and the perfect pairing for anything you will throw on the grill.

Rain or shine, heat or frost, there is always something on the grill in this house, which means there is always a need for the perfect BBQ sauce to pair with a dish.

This mouthwatering whiskey barbeque sauce is made with pantry staples like ketchup, honey, molasses, brown sugar, and of course a little bit of your favorite bourbon.

Everyone loves a tasty sauce! Forget store-bought with easy-to-make sauces like Southwestern Ranch Dipping Sauce, Best Chunky Blue Cheese Dressing, Carolina Mustard BBQ Sauce, and my Homemade Imperial Stout BBQ Sauce!

overhead view of sliced bbq pork loin

Why This is the Best Whiskey Barbeque Sauce

I’ve been making this Sweet Whiskey BBQ Sauce for a few years now and it is a staple in this house.

This is a sweet BBQ sauce with a nice whiskey kick. I recommend grabbing your favorite bottle of whisky and using that for this recipe because the flavor of your preferred whiskey will shine through in this barbeque sauce recipe.

Ingredients for Bourbon BBQ Sauce

  • Bourbon Liquor. You will need 1 cup of your favorite bourbon to make this whisky BBQ sauce. I recommend using Makers Mark or Jack Daniels for that smooth taste of Tennessee.
  • Common Ingredients. You might not know this if you haven't made BBQ sauce before, but the 3 most common ingredients in any BBQ sauce are ketchup, apple cider vinegar, and Worcestershire sauce.
  • Sweetness. Butter, brown sugar (I recommend dark brown sugar), molasses, and honey bring sweet notes and flavors to the sauce.
  • Flavor and Spice. Toss in some added flavor with a bit of hot sauce and season with black pepper and granulated onion.
  • For Texture, you will need some cornstarch and a bit of water to get your sauce to the right consistency.

How to Make Delicious BBQ Sauce

  1. Make this sauce. Add butter and bourbon to the pan, simmer on low until the alcohol has burned off (about 2 minutes), then add the remaining ingredients and continue to simmer on low, stirring frequently.
  2. Blend the sauce. After about 30 minutes, remove the pan from the heat and blend until smooth.
  3. Store the sauce. This step is optional, but if you store your sauce, run it through a fine mesh strainer and store it in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 1 month.

Recipe Tips, Tricks, and Variations

Toss it all in. The ingredients do not need to be added in order. Just mix them all in a medium-sized saucepan. Bring the mixture to a boil while constantly stirring.

Substitute for Bourbon Whiskey. No non-alcoholic substitute for whiskey will give you the flavor profile that whiskey provides. However, if you want to remove the alcohol, you can replace it with apple juice or ginger beer. However, it is essential to note that this will change the recipe's flavor.

Spicy BBQ Sauce. Are you looking to make a spicy BBQ sauce instead of something sweet? You can turn up the heat by adding more hot sauce or cayenne pepper, chili powder, or chili pepper extract to the recipe.

Storage. I love to make the sauce and store it in the fridge to top many different recipes. If you are going to store the sauce, I recommend using a mason jar or an airtight container.

FAQs for Making BBQ Sauce with Whiskey

What are some common ingredients for making BBQ sauce?

Whiskey, brown sugar, ketchup or tomato paste, garlic, and spices such as salt, pepper, chili powder, or cayenne pepper are typically the main ingredients in this barbecue sauce.

How should I store my leftover barbecue sauce?

To store leftover barbecue sauce, you will want to transfer it to an airtight container or jar and keep it in the refrigerator. It should be good for up to one week when stored this way.

Can I make any substitutions if I don't have all the ingredients?

You can often make substitutions if you don't have all of the ingredients on hand. For example, if you don't have ketchup or tomato paste, you can use a different type of sauce like barbecue sauce or even salsa in its place. You can also experiment with using different types and quantities of whisky to create your own unique flavor profile. Just be sure to taste the sauce as you go and adjust any ingredients as needed until you achieve your desired flavor.

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Whiskey Barbeque Sauce

whiskey barbeque sauce Recipe that you can make at home and serve on everything from chicken to ribs.
Course Condiment
Cuisine BBQ
Keyword bbq Sauce
Prep Time 15 minutes minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes minutes
Servings 16 cups BBQ sauce
Calories 132kcal

Ingredients

  • 3 Tbsp Molasses
  • 3 Tbsp Honey
  • 1 cup Ketchup
  • 1 cup Bourbon
  • ½ cup Apple Cider Vinegar
  • 1 cup Brown Sugar
  • 2 Tbsp Worcestershire sauce
  • 2 Tbsp Hot Sauce
  • ½ tsp Black Pepper
  • 2 Tbsp Granulated Onion
  • 1 tsp Cornstarch mixed with 1 tsp water

Instructions

  • Add butter and bourbon to the pan, simmer on low until the alcohol has burned off (about 2 minutes) then add remaining ingredients and continue to simmer on low stirring frequently.
  • After about 30 minutes remove pan from heat and blend until smooth.
  • Optional step, run sauce through a fine mesh strainer and store in a air tight container for up to 1 month in the fridge.

Notes

Serving Size About 2 tbsp.

Nutrition

Calories: 132kcal | Carbohydrates: 25g | Protein: 0.3g | Fat: 0.04g | Saturated Fat: 0.01g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.01g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.01g | Sodium: 213mg | Potassium: 152mg | Fiber: 0.2g | Sugar: 23g | Vitamin A: 82IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 28mg | Iron: 1mg

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  1. Joshua Smith

    June 20, 2016 at 3:22 pm

    Can I substitute molasses for maple syrup?

    Reply
    • John

      June 20, 2016 at 9:26 pm

      Sure give it a shot!

      Reply
      • Joshua Smith

        June 21, 2016 at 5:40 am

        This is the first BBQ sauce recipe I am excited to try out. Just a quick suggestion. Add a touch of liquid smoke to it. Just enough to enhance the flavor as it will give people the impression they spent hours smoking a good piece of meat. Great recipe can't wait to try it out.

        Reply
  2. Kovert

    May 08, 2023 at 3:06 am

    3 stars
    I like the recipe, a bit interesting twist i used is peach crown royal for the whiskey, Added a bit of liquid smoke. I like this recipe for how simple it is. I reduced the brown sugar because of the sweetness from the crown as well for anyone else looking to try it.

    Reply
    • Frank Campanella

      May 12, 2023 at 2:50 pm

      Peach is a great addition. Sounds tasty!!

      Reply

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