These oven-baked whiskey-glazed ribs are incredibly tender, coated in a rich, sticky barbecue glaze with the perfect balance of sweetness, smokiness, and tanginess. Slow-baked until the meat is tender, then brushed with a glossy homemade whiskey barbecue sauce, these ribs are perfect for family dinners, weekend cookouts, and special occasions.
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 2 hours 45 minutes
Total Time: Approximately 3 hours 5 minutes
Servings: 4–6
Ingredients
For the Ribs
- 2 racks pork ribs (about 4–5 lb total)
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 2 teaspoons smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon chili powder
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
For the Whiskey BBQ Glaze
- ½ cup whiskey
- 1 cup barbecue sauce
- ¼ cup brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
Note: The whiskey is cooked into the sauce, but cooking does not guarantee that all the alcohol evaporates. For an alcohol-free version, replace it with apple juice or beef broth.
Instructions
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