Whiskey BBQ Glaze
Whiskey BBQ Glaze is a rich homemade barbecue sauce with smoky paprika, brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, and a smooth whiskey finish. Perfect for glazing ribs, chicken, pork, burgers, or serving as a flavorful dipping sauce.
Equipment
- medium saucepan
- Whisk
Ingredients
- ¼ cup apple cider vinegar
- ¼ cup brown sugar
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper optional
- ½ cup Jack Daniel's whiskey or other bourbon
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- 1 cup ketchup
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- Salt
Instructions
- Combine the ketchup, whiskey, apple cider vinegar, brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, Dijon mustard, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, and cayenne pepper in a medium saucepan.
- Whisk until smooth.
- Place the saucepan over medium heat.
- Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
- Reduce the heat to low.
- Cook for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens.
- Season with salt to taste.
- Remove from the heat.
- Allow the glaze to cool completely before using or storing.
Notes & Wine Advice
Recipe Notes
Simmer the glaze gently to allow the whiskey and spices to blend into a smooth, rich sauce. Brush the glaze onto meat during the final minutes of grilling to prevent the sugars from burning. Cool completely before transferring the sauce to a clean airtight jar. Use this glaze on ribs, chicken, burgers, pork, grilled vegetables, or as a dipping sauce.Wine Advice
A bold Cabernet Sauvignon pairs beautifully with the smoky barbecue flavors. For an authentic pairing, enjoy a glass of smoky whisky alongside grilled dishes finished with this glaze.Nutrition values
Calories: 90 kcal | Carbohydrates: 15 g | Protein: 1 g | Sodium: 290 mg | Sugar: 13 g