Get ready to transform your grilling game with a sauce that's about to become your new secret weapon! This Peachy Bourbon BBQ Sauce isn't just another condiment - it's a flavor explosion that combines the sweet juiciness of ripe peaches with the rich, smoky warmth of bourbon. Imagine a sauce so incredible it can turn ordinary meats into gourmet masterpieces, with a complexity that will have your guests begging for your recipe.
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 30 mins
Total Time: 45 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 2 cups
Ingredients
- 2 cups peaches, peeled and chopped
- 1 cup ketchup
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup bourbon
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the peaches by washing, peeling, and chopping them into small, uniform pieces. If using fresh peaches, select ripe but firm fruit for the best flavor.
- In a medium saucepan, combine the chopped peaches, ketchup, brown sugar, bourbon, apple cider vinegar, and Worcestershire sauce. Stir the ingredients thoroughly to ensure even mixing.
- Add the smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper to the mixture. Whisk all ingredients together until well incorporated.
- Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking or burning.
- Reduce heat to low and let the sauce simmer for 25-30 minutes, stirring periodically. The sauce will gradually thicken and the peaches will break down, creating a rich, smooth consistency.
- Use an immersion blender or transfer the mixture to a standard blender to puree the sauce until smooth and no large peach chunks remain.
- Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning as needed, adding more salt, pepper, or bourbon to enhance the flavor profile.
- Remove from heat and let the sauce cool to room temperature. It will continue to thicken as it cools.
- Transfer the sauce to a clean glass jar or airtight container. Store in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.
- Serve as a delicious glaze for grilled meats, as a dipping sauce, or as a condiment for barbecue dishes.
Tips
- Choose ripe, firm peaches for the most vibrant flavor - the quality of your fruit makes a huge difference!
- Use a good-quality bourbon that you'd actually enjoy drinking. The alcohol cooks off, but the flavor remains.
- For a smoother sauce, definitely use an immersion blender or standard blender to puree the mixture.
- If the sauce is too thick, you can thin it out with a little extra bourbon or apple cider vinegar.
- Let the sauce cool completely before storing to allow flavors to meld and consistency to develop.
- This sauce is incredibly versatile - try it as a glaze for chicken, a dipping sauce for ribs, or even as a unique sandwich spread.
- Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator, and it'll stay fresh for up to a week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 60kcal
Carbohydrates: 13g
Protein: g
Fat: g
Saturated Fat: 0g
Cholesterol: 0mg
