Guinness BBQ Sauce 🍺🔥 Rich, Bold, and Sweetly Smoky

— A Deep, Malty Twist on Classic Barbecue Sauce

This Guinness BBQ Sauce is dark, tangy, and packed with bold flavor. The malty richness of Guinness stout adds depth and a subtle bitterness that balances perfectly with brown sugar, tomato, vinegar, and smoky spices.

It’s perfect for brushing on ribs, burgers, grilled veggies, or even using as a dip. Homemade, easy, and unforgettable.

Ingredients (Makes about 2 cups)

• 1 cup Guinness stout
• 1 cup ketchup
• ¼ cup apple cider vinegar
• ¼ cup brown sugar
• 2 tbsp molasses (or more brown sugar if you don’t have it)
• 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
• 1 tbsp Dijon or yellow mustard
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• ½ tsp garlic powder
• ½ tsp onion powder
• ¼ tsp cayenne pepper (optional)
• Salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions

Step 1: Simmer the Base

1. In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine Guinness, ketchup, vinegar, brown sugar, and molasses.
2. Stir in mustard, Worcestershire, and all spices.
3. Bring to a simmer, stirring often.

Step 2: Reduce and Thicken

1. Reduce heat to low and simmer uncovered for 20–30 minutes, stirring occasionally, until thick and glossy.
2. Taste and adjust seasoning — add more sugar for sweetness, vinegar for tang, or cayenne for heat.

Step 3: Cool and Store

1. Let cool slightly.
2. Transfer to a jar or squeeze bottle.
3. Store in the fridge for up to 2 weeks (the flavor gets better with time!).

Flavor Variations

🔥 Spicy Guinness BBQ

• Add 1–2 chipotle peppers in adobo, finely chopped
• Replace cayenne with hot smoked paprika

🍊 Citrus Guinness Glaze

• Add 2 tbsp orange juice and 1 tsp orange zest
• Great on grilled chicken or pork

🧄 Roasted Garlic Twist

• Add 1 tbsp roasted garlic paste for savory depth

Uses

• Brush on ribs, chicken, brisket, or burgers
• Stir into pulled pork or baked beans
• Use as a dipping sauce for fries, onion rings, or grilled sausages
• Glaze mushrooms or roasted veggies for a bold meatless BBQ plate

Final Thoughts

Guinness BBQ Sauce is smoky, tangy, slightly sweet, and loaded with deep stout flavor. It’s barbecue with backbone — ideal for slow cooks, backyard grilling, or giving everyday meals a malty, satisfying upgrade.

Simmer bold. Brush thick. Glaze everything. 🍺🔥🍖

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🥣 Guinness Beer Cheese Soup – Warm, cheesy, and full of Guinness depth.

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