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guy fieri bourbon bbq sauce recipe

Guy Fieri Bourbon BBQ Sauce Recipe

A good BBQ sauce should coat your ribs or chicken just right, and Guy Fieri's version hit it 100%!
The bourbon isn’t just for show—it caramelizes with the brown sugar and gives a rich finish that lingers.
Letting it simmer for a while helps everything blend together, and the sauce thickens naturally without needing cornstarch or thickeners.
A splash of apple cider vinegar balances everything, cutting through the richness and adding just enough sharpness.
For the best results, make it a day ahead and let the flavors come together in the fridge overnight.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time30 minutes
Total Time40 minutes
Course: Sauce
Servings: 6

Ingredients

  • 1 cup Ketchup
  • 1/2 cup Brown Sugar
  • 1/4 cup Molasses
  • 1/4 cup Distilled Vinegar
  • 1/4 cup Pineapple Juice
  • 2 tbsp Tomato Paste
  • 1 tbsp Worcestershire Sauce
  • 2 tsp Mustard Powder
  • 1 tsp Smoked Paprika
  • 1 tsp Garlic Powder
  • 1/2 tsp Black Pepper

Instructions

  • Combine all the Ingredients
  • Start by gathering your ingredients.
  • Mix the ketchup, brown sugar, molasses, vinegar, and pineapple juice in a large saucepan.
  • Add tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, mustard powder, smoked paprika, garlic powder, and black pepper into the mix.
  • Simmer the Sauce
  • Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer over medium heat.
  • Stir occasionally to help dissolve the brown sugar and blend the flavors.
  • Reduce the Heat
  • Turn down the heat to low and let it cook for about 25-30 minutes.
  • Stir every few minutes to prevent sticking.
  • Taste and Adjust Flavors
  • Taste for seasoning and adjust as needed.
  • Add more brown sugar for sweetness or more vinegar for tang.
  • Cool and Store
  • Remove the sauce from heat and let it cool.
  • Store in a glass jar or container in the refrigerator.