- 2 cups ketchup
- 1 (15 ounce) can tomato sauce
- 1 cup bourbon
- 3/4 cup brown sugar
- 3/4 cup molasses
- 3/4 cup apple cider vinegar
- 1/4 cup Worcestershire sauce
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 teaspoons onion powder
- 2 teaspoons garlic powder
- 2 teaspoons freshly ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon mustard powder
- 1 teaspoon liquid smoke flavoring
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper, or to taste
- Combine ketchup, tomato sauce, bourbon, brown sugar, molasses, vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, soy sauce, onion powder, garlic powder, black pepper, mustard powder, liquid smoke, and cayenne pepper in a saucepan; bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer, stirring often, until sauce is reduced and smooth, about 45 minutes.