Bourbon Whiskey BBQ Sauce

Makes: 4 servings
Prep Time: 1 – 2 hours
Cook Time: 20 – 30 minutes

Ingredients

• 1/2 onion, minced
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 3/4 C bourbon whiskey
• 1/2 t ground black pepper
• 1/2 T salt
• 2 C ketchup
• 1/4 C tomato paste
• 1/3 C cider vinegar
• 2 T liquid smoke flavoring
• 1/4 C Worcestershire sauce
• 1/2 C packed brown sugar
• 1/3 t hot pepper sauce, or to taste

Directions

1. In a large skillet over medium heat, combine the onion, garlic, and whiskey.
2. Simmer for 10 minutes, or until onion is translucent.
3. Mix in the ground black pepper, salt, ketchup, tomato paste, vinegar, liquid smoke, Worcestershire sauce, brown sugar, and hot pepper sauce.
4. Bring to a boil.
5. Reduce heat to medium-low, and simmer for 20 minutes.
6. Run sauce through a strainer if you prefer a smooth sauce.
7. Use a basting brush to apply to the meat.