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Flavorful Bourbon Peach BBQ Sauce

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A quick and easy homemade bourbon peach BBQ sauce that blends the sweet juiciness of ripe peaches with the smoky warmth of bourbon. Perfect for grilling, dipping, and canning for long-term storage or gifting.

Ingredients

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  • 4 cups peeled and chopped fresh or frozen peaches
  • 1/2 cup bourbon whiskey
  • 6 ounces tomato paste
  • 1/2 cup apple cider vinegar
  • 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice (optional, recommended for canning)

Instructions

  1. Sterilize canning jars, lids, and bands by boiling them in water for 10 minutes. Keep them hot until ready to fill.
  2. Blanch peaches in boiling water for 30 seconds, then plunge into ice water. Peel skins off and chop roughly into chunks (about 4 cups).
  3. In a large heavy-bottomed pot or Dutch oven, combine peaches, bourbon, tomato paste, apple cider vinegar, brown sugar, honey, Worcestershire sauce, onion powder, garlic powder, smoked paprika, cayenne (if using), salt, lemon juice, and water.
  4. Bring mixture to a gentle boil over medium heat. Reduce heat to low and simmer uncovered for 25-30 minutes, stirring occasionally until sauce thickens and peaches soften.
  5. Use an immersion blender to puree the sauce to desired consistency, leaving it slightly chunky or smooth as preferred.
  6. Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt, vinegar, or cayenne if desired.
  7. Ladle hot sauce into sterilized jars using a canning funnel, leaving about 1/2 inch headspace. Wipe rims clean.
  8. Place lids and bands on jars, tightening finger-tight. Process jars in a boiling water bath canner for 15 minutes (adjust for altitude).
  9. Remove jars and place on a towel or cooling rack. Let cool undisturbed for 12-24 hours until lids seal with a ‘pop’. Check seals, label, and store in a cool, dark place.

Notes

Do not skip peeling peaches to avoid bitterness. Simmer sauce low and slow to prevent burning. Stir frequently near the end. Adjust thickness with water if sauce becomes too thick. Proper sterilization and processing time are essential for safe canning. Sauce can be stored refrigerated for 3 weeks once opened or canned jars can be stored up to 1 year unopened.

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