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Sweet Honey Bourbon BBQ Sauce

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Author: Laurie Fleming
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Servings: 8 Servings

Description

Sweet Honey Bourbon BBQ Sauce is bold, smoky, and sweet—perfect for grilling, dipping, or adding rich flavor to your favorite dishes.

Ingredients 

  • 3/4 cup ketchup
  • 1/2 cup bourbon
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 1/3 cup apple cider vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons molasses
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt, more to taste

Instructions

  • In a medium saucepan, combine all ingredients: ketchup, bourbon, honey, apple cider vinegar, brown sugar, molasses, Worcestershire sauce, and spices.
  • Stir everything together until well combined.
  • Bring to a gentle boil over medium heat, then reduce heat to low and simmer for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Taste and adjust sweetness or salt to your preference.
  • Let the sauce cool slightly, then transfer to a jar or container and store in the fridge for up to 2 weeks.
  • Use on your favorite grilled meats, burgers, or as a dipping sauce for fries or wings.

Equipment

  • Saucepan
  • Whisk, optional

Nutrition

Serving: 1ServingCalories: 123kcalCarbohydrates: 23gProtein: 0.4gFat: 0.1gSaturated Fat: 0.01gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.04gMonounsaturated Fat: 0.01gSodium: 381mgPotassium: 185mgFiber: 0.3gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 241IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 23mgIron: 1mg