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A bowl of Bourbon BBQ sauce with a basting brush in it and a jar behind the bowl.
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Bourbon BBQ Sauce

This BBQ has been a family favourite for years. It is easy to make and is perfect for any type of BBQ.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time1 hour 30 minutes
Total Time1 hour 40 minutes
Course: Condiment
Keyword: bbq sauce

Ingredients

  • 2 liters ketchup
  • ½ cup light brown sugar
  • ⅓ cup Worcestershire Sauce
  • ⅓ cup bourbon
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 Tbsp liquid smoke
  • 1 Tbsp cayenne pepper
  • 1 Tbsp onion powder
  • 1 Tbsp paprika
  • 1 Tbsp cumin
  • 1 Tbsp Kosher salt
  • 1 Tbsp fresh ground black pepper

Instructions

  • Place all ingredients in a large, heavy-bottomed pot, and stir to combine.
  • Bring to a low boil over medium-high heat.
  • Reduce the heat to low.
  • Simmer for 1.5 hours, stirring often to avoid burning on the bottom, until thickened.
  • Pour sauce into clean, sterilized mason jars while sauce is still hot, filling to 1/4 inch from top.
  • Cap and seal jars, using water bath method, boiling for 15 minutes, making sure the jars stay covered by about 2 inches of water at all times.
  • Let jars sit to cool after removing from the boiling water.
  • Check seals to make sure they haven't popped, and twist rings to make sure they are tight.
  • Store in a cool dark space for up to 6 months.
  • Once a jar is opened, store in the fridge and use within 2 weeks.