Bourbon Chicken Wings (Old-Fashioned Cocktail-Inspired)
Smoked chicken wings tossed in a rich, Old Fashioned cocktail-inspired bourbon sauce made with fresh orange juice, cherry syrup, and bitters. Sweet, smoky, and perfect for parties or game day!
Servings: 4
Calories: 155kcal
Ingredients
- 12 whole chicken wings
- ¼ cup BBQ rub
- 2 ounces bourbon use one you’d actually sip!
- ½ cup orange juice fresh squeezed is recommended
- 2 tablespoons ketchup
- 2 tablespoons cherry syrup
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- A few dashes orange bitters
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your smoker or set up your grill for indirect cooking to 275°F.
- Place the wings in a large bowl and season evenly with BBQ rub. Let them rest for about 10–15 minutes.
- Place the wings on the smoker and cook until they reach an internal temperature of 165°F.
- In a small saucepan, combine bourbon, orange juice, ketchup, cherry syrup, sugar, and orange bitters. Whisk until smooth, bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer. Let the sauce thicken slightly, then set aside and keep warm.
- Place the smoked wings in a large bowl, pour the warm sauce over them, and toss until well coated. Serve hot with your favorite dipping sauce and enjoy!
Nutrition
Calories: 155kcal | Carbohydrates: 27g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 2g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.4g | Trans Fat: 0.01g | Cholesterol: 2mg | Sodium: 75mg | Potassium: 189mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 16g | Vitamin A: 494IU | Vitamin C: 18mg | Calcium: 152mg | Iron: 5mg
