Ingredients:

  • 1 cup ketchup
  • 1/4 cup Jack Daniel
  • s whiskey
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar, packed
  • 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 tablespoon onion powder
  • 1 tablespoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)

Instructions:

  1. In a medium saucepan
  2. Add onion powder, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper (if using) to the saucepan.
  3. Stir well to combine and bring the mixture to a simmer over medium heat.
  4. Reduce heat to low and let it simmer uncovered for about 20-30 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens slightly.
  5. Taste the sauce and adjust sweetness, acidity, or heat as necessary.
  6. Once thickened, remove from heat and let the sauce cool before transferring it to an airtight container for storage.