Get ready to elevate your grilling game with Jim Beam’s BBQ Sauce, a bold and irresistibly flavorful homemade sauce perfect for barbecue enthusiasts. This rich and smoky sauce combines the signature caramel notes of Jim Beam bourbon with tangy apple cider vinegar, sweet brown sugar, and a hint of honey. A medley of spices—including garlic powder, smoked paprika, and a touch of cayenne for optional heat—adds depth to this mouthwatering glaze. Easy to prepare in under 35 minutes, this barbecue sauce thickens beautifully on the stovetop and mellows to perfection after a short rest in the fridge. Perfect for glazing ribs, marinating chicken, or serving as a dipping sauce, this bourbon-infused BBQ sauce is a must-try for any grill night.
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In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine the ketchup, Jim Beam bourbon, brown sugar, and apple cider vinegar. Stir well to combine.
Add the Worcestershire sauce, honey, and Dijon mustard to the saucepan, mixing thoroughly.
Stir in the garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, black pepper, and cayenne pepper (if using).
Add the water to the saucepan to slightly thin the sauce. Stir well.
Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat to low. Allow the sauce to simmer gently for 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it thickens to your desired consistency.
Taste the sauce and adjust seasonings if necessary, adding more sugar for sweetness, vinegar for tang, or spices for heat.
Remove the saucepan from heat and let the BBQ sauce cool to room temperature.
Transfer the sauce into a jar or airtight container and refrigerate for at least 2 hours to allow the flavors to meld. The sauce can be stored in the fridge for up to 2 weeks.
Use the BBQ sauce to glaze grilled or smoked meats, as a condiment, or as a flavorful dip.
Serving size | (647.3g) |
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Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
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Calories | 989.8 |
Total Fat 3.3g | 0% |
Saturated Fat 0.1g | 0% |
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g | |
Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
Sodium 1781.2mg | 0% |
Total Carbohydrate 174.2g | 0% |
Dietary Fiber 1.3g | 0% |
Total Sugars 150.6g | |
Protein 1.3g | 0% |
Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
Calcium 124.1mg | 0% |
Iron 3.2mg | 0% |
Potassium 509.2mg | 0% |
Source of Calories