Peach Bourbon BBQ Sauce
Peach Bourbon BBQ Sauce blends the sweet, mellow flavor of ripe peaches with the rich, smoky notes of bourbon. This sauce offers a tantalizing mix of sweetness and tang, ideal for glazing grilled meats like pork, chicken, and beef. Its unique combination of fruit and liquor infuses a Southern charm into any barbecue dish, making it a perfect choice for those looking to add a twist to their traditional BBQ repertoire.
Equipment
- Saucepan
- Wooden spoon
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Blender or immersion blender (optional)
Ingredients
- 2 large ripe peaches peeled, pitted, and chopped
- 1 cup ketchup
- 1/2 cup bourbon whiskey
- 1/3 cup apple cider vinegar
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- 2 teaspoons smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 2 teaspoons allspice
- 1 teaspoon neutral-flavored oil
Instructions
- Heat the neutral-flavored oil in a saucepan over medium heat. Add the chopped peaches and cook until they start to soften, about 3-4 minutes.
- Stir in the ketchup, bourbon whiskey, apple cider vinegar, brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, Dijon mustard, salt, honey, black pepper, and allspice.
- Bring the mixture to a simmer, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer gently for about 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Once the sauce has thickened slightly and the flavors have melded together, remove it from the heat.
- Let the sauce cool slightly before using it, or store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
Notes
Always let the sauce cool completely before storing it in the refrigerator to maintain its best quality.