Ingredients

• 1 cup ketchup
• 0.5 cup apple cider vinegar
• 0.33 cup brown sugar, packed
• 2 tablespoon honey
• 2 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1 tablespoon soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon molasses
• 2 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 0.5 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon kosher salt
• 0.25 teaspoon mustard powder

Steps

1. Gather all ingredients and measure them out into separate small bowls.
2. In a medium saucepan, combine the ketchup, apple cider vinegar, and brown sugar over medium heat.
3. Whisk the mixture until the brown sugar is completely dissolved, about 1 minute.
4. Add the honey, Worcestershire sauce, soy sauce, and molasses to the saucepan and stir well to combine.
5. In a small bowl, combine the smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper, black pepper, kosher salt, and mustard powder.
6. Add the spice mixture to the saucepan and whisk thoroughly until all spices are fully incorporated and there are no lumps.
7. Bring the sauce to a gentle simmer and reduce heat to medium-low.
8. Simmer the sauce for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it thickens and the flavors meld together.
9. Remove from heat and taste the sauce, adjusting seasoning as needed with salt, pepper, or additional vinegar for tanginess.
10. Pour the sauce into clean glass jars or bottles and let cool completely before covering.
11. Store in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks, or use immediately on grilled meats.