Bourbon Wieners – Irresistible Party Appetizer with a Kentucky
Bourbon Wieners are cocktail sausages cooked in a sweet and tangy bourbon sauce.They feature a rich glaze made with brown sugar, ketchup, and spices.The dish is typically slow-cooked for maximum flavor.Perfect as a party appetizer or snack.Easy to prepare with minimal ingredients.Sticky, flavorful, and highly addictive.
Ingredients
- 500 g cocktail sausages (or mini hot dogs)
- ½ cup bourbon
- ¾ cup brown sugar
- ½ cup ketchup
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Add all ingredients to the slow cooker.Stir well to coat sausages evenly.
- Combine all ingredients in a large pan.
- Cook on low for 2–3 hours, stirring occasionally.
- Once the sauce thickens, switch to warm setting for serving.
- Simmer over medium heat, stirring frequently
- Cook for 20–25 minutes until sauce thickens
- Serve hot with toothpicks
Notes
- Use quality sausages for best flavor.
- Adjust sugar level to control sweetness.
- Bourbon adds depth but can be reduced if desired.
- Sauce thickens as it cooks—don’t rush it.
- Keep warm for serving at parties.
- Great for make-ahead preparation.
- Use a lid to prevent splattering.
- Leftovers reheat well.