Jack Daniels Bbq Sauce Recipe

Elevate your grilling game with this incredible Jack Daniel's BBQ sauce recipe! Made with real Jack Daniel's Tennessee Whiskey (or your favorite whiskey!), this smoky, tangy, and slightly sweet sauce is perfect for ribs, chicken, pork, or anything you want to add a touch of boozy deliciousness to. Leftovers freeze beautifully, so make a big batch and savor the flavor all season long!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 37 mins
Calories 383.4 kcal
Protein 7g
Rating 5.0 (5 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Jack Daniels Bbq Sauce

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How to Make Jack Daniels Bbq Sauce

  1. In a medium saucepan, combine 1 medium yellow onion, chopped, and 2 cloves garlic, minced, with 1 cup Jack Daniel's Tennessee Whiskey (or other whiskey).
  2. Simmer over medium heat for 7-10 minutes, or until the onion is translucent and softened.
  3. Stir in 1 cup ketchup, 1/2 cup apple cider vinegar, 1/4 cup packed brown sugar, 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce, 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard, 1 teaspoon smoked paprika, 1 teaspoon chili powder, 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional), and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper.
  4. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce has thickened slightly.
  5. Carefully transfer the sauce to a blender or food processor and puree until smooth.
  6. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed. Add more brown sugar for sweetness, vinegar for tang, or cayenne for heat.
  7. Refrigerate for at least 24 hours to allow the flavors to meld. The sauce will thicken further as it chills.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

103 g

Sugar

258g

Fat

0g

Carbs

24g

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