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the best bourbon bbq sauce
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The Best Bourbon BBQ Sauce

This recipe for the best bourbon bbq sauce is easy and packed with flavor. If you love BBQ and bourbon then this sauce is for you!
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time15 minutes
Total Time25 minutes
Course: Sauce
Cuisine: BBQ
Servings: 10
Author: The BBQ Buddha

Ingredients

  • 1 Tbs olive oil
  • 1 cup onion
  • 3 cloves of garlic
  • 3/4 cup bourbon
  • 2 T cider vinegar
  • 1 T Worcestershire
  • 1 T tomato paste
  • 1 tsp mustard
  • ¼ tsp cayenne
  • 1/3 c brown sugar
  • 2 cups ketchup
  • Salt & pepper to taste

Instructions

  • Sauté the onion in olive oil for 1 to 2 minutes until fragrant
  • Add garlic and sauté for another 1 to 2 minutes
  • Add the remaining ingredients and bring to a low boil
  • Reduce heat and simmer for 5 – 10 minutes
  • Add a splash of bourbon for a stronger flavor
  • Use a hand blender to mix to a fine sauce, adding water as needed to reach desired consistency