Maple Whiskey BBQ Sauce

I've tweaked this recipe over the years to something I proudly serve with my pulled pork and ribs. It's also delicious on chicken. As the sauce simmers, it will develop a deep, rich color and flavor. The sauce tastes best if made a day ahead of time.

• Preparation Time: 10 mins
• Cooking Time: 30 mins
• Total Time: 40 mins
• Calories: 42 Calories

Ingredients

• ½ teaspoon salt
• ¼ cup dark molasses
• ½ teaspoon garlic powder
• ½ teaspoon onion powder
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1 cup ketchup
• 1 tablespoon liquid smoke flavoring
• 3 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
• ¼ teaspoon black pepper
• ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
• 3 tablespoons pure maple syrup
• ⅓ cup apple cider
• ⅓ cup maple whiskey (such as Crown Royal Maple®)

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Combine ketchup, maple whiskey, apple cider, dark molasses, apple cider vinegar, pure maple syrup, Worcestershire sauce, liquid smoke, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper in a saucepan. Whisk together over medium heat and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer until thickened, 25 to 30 minutes. Sauce will thicken further upon cooling.

Step 2

Store in the refrigerator for up to 1 week, or freeze for future use.