Espresso BBQ Sauce

Espresso BBQ Sauce

Unleash the ultimate flavor for your grilling season with this Espresso Whiskey BBQ Sauce! Mixing rich coffee tones with a touch of whiskey, this sauce promises to elevate your BBQ dishes to new heights. Ready in minutes, it's perfect for those who love a bold, smoky taste.

Let me show you what this recipe is all about.

You can find the full instructional video at the end of this page.

Ingredients

  • 120 ml / ½ cup ketchup

  • 20 ml / ½ cup vinegar

  • 1 shot espresso

  • 1 shot whiskey

  • 1 tbsp Texas BBQ seasoning
  • 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce

  • 50 g / ¼ cup sugar

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How to

  1. Begin by taking a clean jar large enough to hold all the ingredients.
  2. Add 120 ml of ketchup and 120 ml of vinegar to the jar.
  3. Follow this by pouring in one shot of freshly brewed espresso and one shot of your favorite whiskey, adding a rich depth to the sauce.
  4. Sprinkle in one tablespoon of Texas BBQ seasoning for that classic smoky flavor, along with one tablespoon of Worcestershire sauce to enhance the umami taste.
  5. Finally, incorporate 50 grams of sugar to balance the tanginess with a hint of sweetness.
  6. Secure the lid on the jar and shake vigorously until all the ingredients are well combined and the sugar has dissolved.
  7. Your Espresso Whiskey BBQ Sauce is now ready to be brushed onto your favorite meats during the last few minutes of grilling, providing a delicious, smoky, and slightly caffeinated kick to any barbecue dish. 

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