Ingredients
Ingredients 📝 2 cups fresh or canned peaches, peeled and chopped 1/2 cup bourbon 1/2 cup ketchup 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar 1/4 cup brown sugar 1/4 cup honey 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce 1 tbsp Dijon mustard 1 tsp smoked paprika 1/2 tsp garlic powder 1/4 tsp ground cinnamon 1/4 tsp ground black pepper 1/4 tsp salt 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (optional, for extra heat)
Instructions
Instructions 🔪 Cook the peaches: In a medium saucepan, combine the chopped peaches and bourbon. Simmer over medium heat for about 10 minutes until the peaches soften and release their juices. Blend the mixture: Use an immersion blender or transfer the peach mixture to a blender and purée until smooth. Return to the saucepan. Add remaining ingredients: Stir in the ketchup, apple cider vinegar, brown sugar, honey, Worcestershire sauce, Dijon mustard, smoked paprika, garlic powder, cinnamon, black pepper, salt, and red pepper flakes (if using). Simmer: Bring the sauce to a simmer over medium-low heat. Let it cook for 20-30 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens and deepens in flavor. Taste and adjust: Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning, adding more salt, sugar, or vinegar if needed to balance the flavors. Cool and serve: Let the sauce cool to room temperature before using it on your BBQ meats, burgers, or as a dipping sauce. Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 weeks. Enjoy your smoky, sweet, and slightly boozy Bourbon Peach BBQ Sauce! 🍖🍑🌶️