Bourbon BBQ Sauce

Simmering the bourbon evaporates all of the alcohol and leaves behind a rich, wonderful flavor. This sauce is thick and rich. I like to brush it on every 15 minutes or so while roasting or grilling, but be sure to reserve some sauce for dipping. You can also mix it into prepared meat if using a slow cooker or Instant Pot. We like this one thick and sweet, so I’m more likely to use more brown sugar substitute than less.

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Servings

Calories 23.3 kcal

Ingredients

½ cup bourbon
½ cup apple cider vinegar
8 ounces tomato sauce
2 tablespoons tomato paste
1 tablespoon paprika
1 ½ teaspoons onion powder
1 teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon powdered ginger
¼ teaspoon cinnamon
¼ teaspoon salt
⅛ teaspoon black pepper
Dash cayenne adjust to taste
¼ cup granulated brown sugar substitute start with 2 tablespoons and adjust to taste
1 tablespoon butter

Instructions

Simmer the bourbon, apple cider vinegar, and tomato sauce in a 2- quart saucepan on low heat for 15-20 minutes or until thickened.
Stir in the tomato paste and seasoning until all is well mixed. Continue simmering on low heat for an additional 20-25 minutes or until thickened. If too thick, thin with water or broth.
Remove from heat and stir in sweetener and butter until the sweetener is dissolved and the butter is melted.
Refrigerate leftovers for up to one week.