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Whiskey BBQ Sauce From Scratch

Smokey, hot, tangy ,and subtly hot BBQ Sauce from scratch!
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings 4 cups
Author Tracy

Ingredients

  • 1 cup whiskey
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1/2 onion minced
  • 1/2 teaspoon fresh ground pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 2 cups ketchup
  • 1/4 cup tomato paste
  • 1/3 cup vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon liquid smoke
  • 1/4 cup Worcestershire sauce
  • 1/3 cup brown sugar packed
  • 1 teaspoon hot sauce optional

Instructions

  • In a large skillet over medium heat, add the onion, garlic, and whiskey. Simmer together for 7-10 minutes until the onion is translucent. Mix in the ground black pepper, salt, ketchup, vinegar, Worcestershire, brown sugar, tomato paste, liquid smoke, and hot sauce.
  • Bring everything to a boil and then reduce heat to medium-low and simmer for 20 minutes.
  • Run sauce through a strainer if you want to remove the onion and garlic for a smoother sauce, otherwise, transfer to jars and let cool. Refrigerate for at least overnight to allow flavors to develop.
  • Enjoy!