Slow-Cooker Beef Brisket With Bourbon BBQ Sauce
Enjoy the rich flavors of tender beef brisket slow-cooked with a delectable bourbon BBQ sauce, making it a perfect choice for any meal gathering.
Ingredients
For the brisket
- 4-5 pounds beef brisket Trim excess fat for best results.
- 1 cup bourbon Use quality bourbon for enhanced flavor.
For the BBQ sauce
- 1 cup ketchup
- ½ cup brown sugar
- ¼ cup apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon salt
- Optional sliced green onions for garnish Adds freshness and color.
Instructions
Preparation
- Trim excess fat from the beef brisket if necessary to prevent greasiness. Pat the meat dry with paper towels.
- In a bowl, combine the bourbon, ketchup, brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, Dijon mustard, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, and salt. Whisk well until the sugar dissolves.
- If desired, sear the brisket in a hot skillet with a bit of oil for 4-5 minutes on each side until browned for enhanced flavor.
Cooking
- Place the brisket in the slow cooker and pour the bourbon BBQ sauce over it, ensuring it is well coated.
- Cover and cook on low for 8-10 hours or high for 5-7 hours until the brisket is tender and easily pulls apart with a fork.
Finishing
- Once cooked, remove the brisket from the slow cooker and let it rest for 15-20 minutes. Slice against the grain for best texture.
- Drizzle additional bourbon BBQ sauce over the slices before serving.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3-4 days. For freezing, wrap tightly and use within 3 months. Enhancing flavors may improve by preparing ahead.