Bourbon BBQ Sauce (Smoky, Sweet & Bold)

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. Add all ingredients to a medium saucepan. Stir well to combine.
2. Bring to a simmer over medium heat, stirring frequently.
3. Reduce heat to low and let simmer for 15–20 minutes, stirring often, until the sauce is thick, glossy, and rich in flavor.
4. Taste and adjust — add more sugar for sweetness, vinegar for tang, or cayenne for heat.

🍖 Perfect With

• 🔥 Ribs, pulled pork, brisket
• 🔥 Grilled chicken, wings, and thighs
• 🔥 Burgers, sliders, and BBQ sandwiches
• 🔥 Fries, onion rings, or roasted veggies as a dipping sauce

💡 Tips & Storage

• Make ahead: Store in a sealed jar in the fridge for up to 1 week.
• Grill tip: Use as a glaze in the final few minutes of grilling — avoid high heat after adding the sauce to prevent burning the sugars.
• Alcohol-free version: Substitute bourbon with apple juice + 1 tsp apple cider vinegar.

This sauce delivers major BBQ flavor in every drop — smoky, sticky, bold, and bourbon-forward. Once you try it, you’ll want it on everything. 🍔🔥