Tennessee Whiskey BBQ Smoked Beef Brisket

Allergens

Soy, Wheat

Ingredients

• 2 lbs beef brisket
• 1/4 cup Tennessee Whiskey
• 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
• 1/4 cup tomato paste
• 1/4 cup brown sugar
• 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
• 1 tbsp paprika
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• 1 tsp black pepper
• 1 tsp onion powder
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper
• Salt, to taste

Instructions

1. Begin by creating the whiskey BBQ sauce. Combine the Tennessee Whiskey, apple cider vinegar, tomato paste, brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, paprika, smoked paprika, black pepper, onion powder, garlic powder, and cayenne pepper in a saucepan over medium heat. Stir until well combined.
2. Simmer the sauce for 10 15 minutes or until it reaches your desired thickness. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Set aside.
3. Prepare your smoker or grill for indirect cooking at 250°F (120°C).
4. Season the beef brisket with salt, to taste. Place the brisket on the smoker or grill and cook for 6 8 hours, basting frequently with the whiskey BBQ sauce.
5. When the brisket has reached your desired level of tenderness, remove from the heat and let it rest for 10 minutes before slicing against the grain. Serve with extra whiskey BBQ sauce on the side.

Chef’s Insight

The key to perfect smoked beef brisket is low and slow cooking with frequent basting.

Notes

Make sure to use a good quality beef brisket for the best results.