Whiskey Weiners

Bold, boozy, and utterly irresistible, Whiskey Weiners are the ultimate party appetizer to impress your crowd. These bite-sized cocktail sausages are smothered in a luscious, whiskey-infused sauce made with tangy ketchup, rich brown sugar, zesty Dijon mustard, and a hint of soy sauce for a savory depth. A touch of garlic, onion powder, and optional red pepper flakes takes the flavor to the next level, balancing sweetness with a subtle kick. This quick and easy recipe, ready in just 30 minutes, is perfect for game days, holiday gatherings, or any celebration where snackable deliciousness is a must. Serve warm with toothpicks or keep them piping hot in a slow cooker for effortless entertaining. Whiskey Weiners are more than an appetizer—they’re the life of the party!

Nutriscore Rating: 48/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 32 oz Cocktail sausages (mini hot dogs)
• 1 cup Ketchup
• 0.5 cup Brown sugar
• 0.25 cup Whiskey
• 2 tablespoons Soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Onion powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Red pepper flakes (optional)

Directions

Step 1

In a medium saucepan, combine the ketchup, brown sugar, whiskey, soy sauce, Dijon mustard, garlic powder, onion powder, and red pepper flakes (if using).

Step 2

Place the saucepan over medium heat and stir until all ingredients are thoroughly combined and the mixture begins to simmer.

Step 3

Reduce the heat to low and let the sauce simmer for 5–7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until slightly thickened.

Step 4

While the sauce is simmering, drain the cocktail sausages if necessary and pat them dry with a paper towel.

Step 5

Add the cocktail sausages into the saucepan with the sauce.

Step 6

Stir gently to coat all the sausages evenly in the sauce.

Step 7

Continue to cook the sausages over low heat for 10–15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they are heated through and infused with the flavors of the sauce.

Step 8

Transfer the Whiskey Weiners to a serving dish and serve warm with toothpicks for easy picking.

Step 9

Optional: Keep them warm for extended periods by transferring to a slow cooker set on low heat.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1346.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2991.8

Total Fat 200.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 64.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 486.0mg	0%
Sodium 10954.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 166.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 1.0g	0%
Total Sugars 112.8g
Protein 100.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 408.1mg	0%
Iron 10.9mg	0%
Potassium 1880.1mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 62.8%

Protein: 14.0%

Carbs: 23.1%