Best 8 Vanilla Bourbon Bbq Sauce Recipes

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**Savor the Sweet and Smoky Symphony of Vanilla Bourbon BBQ Sauce: A Culinary Journey for the Senses**

Indulge in a tantalizing culinary adventure with our Vanilla Bourbon BBQ Sauce, a harmonious blend of sweet, smoky, and aromatic flavors that will elevate your grilling and cooking experiences to new heights. This versatile sauce, crafted with a symphony of premium ingredients, promises to transform ordinary meals into extraordinary feasts. Embark on a sensory journey as we unveil the secrets behind this exceptional sauce, along with three delectable recipes that showcase its versatility. Prepare to tantalize your taste buds with Vanilla Bourbon BBQ Chicken, Grilled Vanilla Bourbon BBQ Shrimp Skewers, and Vanilla Bourbon BBQ Meatballs. Let the rich, smoky notes of bourbon, the subtle sweetness of vanilla, and the tangy embrace of spices dance upon your palate, creating a symphony of flavors that will leave you craving more.

Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!

SMOKY BOURBON BBQ SAUCE RECIPE



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Smoky Bourbon BBQ Sauce is tangy, with smoky flavors, spicy and sweet! An easy, quick and totally mouthwatering BBQ sauce recipe for all your saucin' needs. This recipe is vegetarian + vegan + easily gluten free.

Provided by Traci York | Vanilla And Bean

Categories     Component     Condiment

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 cup (175 grams) Light Brown Sugar*
2/3 cup (160 grams) Apple Juice
2/3 cup (195 grams) Ketchup
1/3 cup (65 grams) Bourbon Whiskey ((see note for gluten free)***)
3 tablespoon Balsamic Vinegar
1 1/2 teaspoons Sea Salt
2 tablespoons Worcestershire Sauce (vegetarian friendly, gluten free if needed)
2 teaspoons Adobo Sauce** (look for gluten free if needed)
2 teaspoons Yellow Mustard
1 1/2 teaspoons Liquid Smoke (optional but bumps up smokiness!)
1/4 teaspoon Tabasco (optional - to turn up the heat!)

Steps:

  • In a small saucepot, whisk together the brown sugar, apple juice, ketchup, bourbon, vinegar, salt, worchestershire, adobo, and mustard together on medium-high heat. As soon as it starts to boil, turn the heat to medium-low and bring the sauce to a simmer. This sauce will boil over and make a mess if left to boil, so watch it closely.
  • Simmer for 15 minutes. Whisk as needed to incorporate all the ingredients. The sauce will start to thicken. Remove from heat and allow to cool. It will continue to thicken. Add the optional liquid smoke and tabasco. Adjust Tabasco heat to taste.
  • Store for up to two weeks in the refrigerator in a lidded container or up to six months in the freezer (be sure to leave at least a 1/2" head space if freezing).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1379 kcal, Carbohydrate 294 g, Protein 3 g, Fat 3 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 7229 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 275 g, ServingSize 1 serving

BOURBON BBQ SAUCE



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If you like whiskey, you'll love this bourbon BBQ sauce. It's perfectly sweet, a little smoky, and generously flavored with bourbon. Bonus that it takes only 25 minutes to make and is easily made refined sugar-free.

Provided by Kristen Stevens

Categories     Condiments

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 ½ cups ketchup (see notes)
1 cup bourbon
½ cup coconut sugar (or sub ⅓ cup brown sugar)
¼ cup apple cider vinegar
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce (vegan, if needed)
1 tablespoon liquid smoke
1 tablespoon dijon mustard
1 teaspoon EACH: garlic powder and onion powder

Steps:

  • Place all the ingredients into a small pot over medium-high heat. Stir well then bring the pot to a boil. Reduce the heat so that it bubbles gently and continue to cook (with the lid off) for 15 minutes, or until the sauce reduces to about 1 ¾ cups.
  • Store for up to 2 weeks in your fridge or up to 3 months in your freezer.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 tablespoon, Calories 46 kcal, Carbohydrate 6 g, Protein 1 g, Fat 1 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 142 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 5 g, UnsaturatedFat 2 g

BOURBON WHISKEY BBQ SAUCE



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This is a barbecue sauce recipe using Kentucky bourbon whiskey. For best results, refrigerate for a day or two, allowing the flavors to blend.

Provided by Kevin

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Sauce Recipes     BBQ Sauce Recipes

Time 45m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 12

½ onion, minced
4 cloves garlic, minced
¾ cup bourbon whiskey
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
½ tablespoon salt
2 cups ketchup
¼ cup tomato paste
⅓ cup cider vinegar
2 tablespoons liquid smoke flavoring
¼ cup Worcestershire sauce
½ cup packed brown sugar
⅓ teaspoon hot pepper sauce, or to taste

Steps:

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

Nutrition Facts : Calories 107.3 calories, Carbohydrate 16.6 g, Fat 1.8 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 0.8 g, SaturatedFat 0.3 g, Sodium 629.4 mg, Sugar 14.6 g

VANILLA BOURBON BBQ SAUCE



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This idea just kind of came to me one day, so I thought I would give it a try. Sweet and Smokey with just a hint of Vanilla & Bourbon. I made Beer Can Chicken and finished it off with this sauce. It was great!

Provided by D-Six

Categories     Sauces

Time 35m

Yield 1 Quart, 16 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 cup Bourbon (I used cheap stuff, but any Bourbon will do)
1 (28 ounce) can tomato sauce
1/2 cup molasses
3/4 cup brown sugar (packed)
1 teaspoon granulated garlic
1 teaspoon onion salt (You can use granulated onion and increase the salt)
1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
1 teaspoon turmeric
1 teaspoon liquid smoke
1/2 teaspoon sea salt
1/2 teaspoon dry mustard
1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract

Steps:

  • 1.Cook off the Bourbon until the alcohol has evaporated.
  • 2. Add Tomato Sauce, Molasses, and Brown sugar. Stir until brown sugar is well dissolved.
  • 3. Add Garlic, Onion Salt, Vinegar, Turmeric, Smoke, Salt, mustard, and Vanilla.
  • 4. Let simmer for about 20 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 126.6, Fat 0.1, Sodium 342.1, Carbohydrate 21.1, Fiber 0.8, Sugar 18.1, Protein 0.8

SPICE-RUBBED BABY BACK RIBS WITH CHIPOTLE-BOURBON BARBECUE SAUCE



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The baby back (sometimes called top loin) is the perfect rib for neophytes. Cut from high on the hog - literally, it abuts the backbone - it's intrinsically tender and generously marbled, which keeps it moist during smoking. Thanks to these attributes, you can cook it at a higher temperature than the low-and-slow heat favored in the American barbecue belt. This shortens the cooking time and lets you cook the ribs on a common charcoal kettle grill. (However, you can certainly smoke these ribs low and slow at 250 degrees, in which case, you'll need 3 1/2 to 4 hours of cooking time - and a smoker.) The higher heat and shorter cooking time produce ribs with a firmer, meatier consistency. Add a chile-stung spice rub and a sweet, spicy chipotle-bourbon barbecue sauce, and you wind up with textbook barbecued ribs with a distinctive sweet, hot, smoky finish.

Provided by Steven Raichlen

Categories     dinner, barbecues, finger foods, meat, main course

Time 2h30m

Yield 2 racks (2 to 4 servings)

Number Of Ingredients 20

2 racks baby back ribs (2 to 2 1/2 pounds each)
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon chile powder
1 tablespoon dark brown sugar
2 teaspoons kosher salt
2 teaspoons black pepper
1/4 teaspoon celery seeds
2 large or 4 small hardwood chunks or 3 cups hardwood chips (if using the latter, soak in water to cover for 30 minutes, then drain)
1/2 cup apple cider in a spray bottle (optional)
1 1/4 cups ketchup
1/3 cup Thai sweet chile sauce
1/4 cup bourbon
3 tablespoons dark brown sugar
3 tablespoons molasses
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1 to 2 canned chipotle chiles en adobo, minced, plus 1 to 2 teaspoons sauce
1 teaspoon finely grated lemon zest, plus 1 tablespoon lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon liquid smoke
Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Place the ribs on a rimmed baking sheet. If the concave side of your ribs still has its papery membrane intact, remove it: Pry it up at the end of the bones using the tip of a meat thermometer or butter knife, then pull it off with a paper towel. Lightly brush the ribs on both sides with the mustard.
  • Prepare the rub: In a small bowl, combine the chile powder, brown sugar, salt, pepper and celery seeds. Reserve 1 1/2 teaspoons rub for serving, then sprinkle the remaining rub on the ribs, coating both sides.
  • Set up your charcoal grill for indirect grilling and heat to 300 degrees.
  • Once the grill comes to temperature, add half the wood chunks or chips to the coals. Arrange the ribs meat (rounded) side up on the grate away from the heat, then cover the grill. Grill the ribs over indirect heat for 1 hour.
  • After the ribs have grilled for 1 hour, spray on both sides with apple cider (if using), turning the ribs with tongs. Add the remaining wood chunks or chips to the fire and close the grill again.
  • While the ribs grill, prepare the barbecue sauce: Place all the sauce ingredients, along with 1/4 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon pepper, in a heavy saucepan and whisk to mix. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, whisking often. Reduce the heat and gently simmer the sauce, uncovered, until thick and richly flavored, 6 to 8 minutes. Correct the seasoning, adding more salt and pepper to taste; set aside. (Makes about 2 cups.)
  • Continue grilling the ribs over indirect heat, rounded side up, until sizzling, browned, tender, and the meat has shrunk back from the ends of the bones by 1/4 to 1/2 inch. This normally takes 2 to 2 1/2 hours in all, but sometimes you'll need a full 3 hours. The last 20 minutes, brush the ribs on both sides with some of the barbecue sauce. When ready, the meat should be tender enough so you can pull the individual ribs apart with your fingers.
  • Brush each rack on both sides with more barbecue sauce. Move each rack directly over the fire and direct grill to sizzle the sauce into the meat, 2 to 4 minutes per side.
  • Transfer the ribs to a platter for serving. Brush once more with barbecue sauce and sprinkle the ribs with the remaining rub. Serve the remaining sauce in a bowl on the side.

CARAMEL BOURBON VANILLA SAUCE



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This caramel bourbon vanilla sauce is delightful served over ice cream, cakes, fresh or cooked fruits-or straight from the jar.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Dessert & Treats Recipes

Yield Makes 2 cups

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 cups sugar
1 cup heavy cream
1 vanilla bean, split in half lengthwise
2 teaspoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 tablespoon bourbon

Steps:

  • Combine sugar and 1/2 cup water in a 2-quart saucepan set over medium heat. Without stirring, cook mixture until dark amber in color, swirling the pan carefully while cooking, about 20 minutes.
  • Reduce the heat to low. Slowly add cream, stirring with a wooden spoon. Scrape the vanilla seeds into the pan, and add the pod. Add lemon juice, butter, and bourbon. Stir to combine.
  • Cover, and store, refrigerated, up to 1 week. Bring sauce to room temperature, or warm over low heat, before using.

VANILLA-BOURBON BUTTERSCOTCH SAUCE



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Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Cuisine-Inspired Recipes

Time 10m

Yield Makes 1 cup

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 cup packed light-brown sugar
1 stick unsalted butter
1 vanilla bean, split lengthwise
1/3 cup heavy cream
1 to 2 tablespoons bourbon
1/4 teaspoon coarse salt

Steps:

  • In a saucepan, bring brown sugar, butter, and vanilla to a boil; cook, stirring occasionally, 2 minutes. Remove from heat. Stir in cream, bourbon, and salt. Return to heat; bring to a boil and cook 30 seconds. Let cool slightly before serving. Sauce can be stored in refrigerator up to 1 week; warm over low before serving.

BOURBON BBQ SAUCE



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Make and share this Bourbon BBQ Sauce recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Mommaredkat

Categories     Low Protein

Time 35m

Yield 5 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 cups Bourbon
1 cup ketchup
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
2 tablespoons malt vinegar
1/2 cup brown sugar
1/2 of a minced onion
3 cloves of minced garlic

Steps:

  • Simmer the whiskey, garlic & onion for 10 minutes then mix in the other ingredients, slowly boiling for 20 additional minutes.
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Nutrition Facts : Calories 455.2, Fat 0.3, SaturatedFat 0.1, Sodium 582, Carbohydrate 47.5, Fiber 1.1, Sugar 33.5, Protein 3.3

Tips:

  • Choose the right bourbon: Not all bourbons are created equal. For this recipe, you'll want to choose a bourbon that is at least 80 proof and has a strong, smoky flavor. Some good options include Knob Creek, Maker's Mark, and Wild Turkey.
  • Use high-quality ingredients: The quality of your ingredients will directly impact the taste of your sauce. Be sure to use fresh, ripe tomatoes, onions, and garlic. You should also use a good quality bourbon and brown sugar.
  • Cook the sauce low and slow: This will allow the flavors to develop and deepen. Be patient and don't rush the process.
  • Taste the sauce as you go: Adjust the seasonings to your liking. You may want to add more bourbon, brown sugar, or spices.
  • Let the sauce cool before using: This will allow the flavors to meld together even more.

Conclusion:

This vanilla bourbon BBQ sauce is a delicious and versatile sauce that can be used on chicken, pork, beef, or fish. It's also great as a dipping sauce for appetizers. The vanilla and bourbon add a unique and complex flavor that will make your taste buds sing. So next time you're firing up the grill, be sure to give this sauce a try. You won't be disappointed.

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