Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsDempsey's Burger PubLeopold Apple Whiskey Bbq Burger Recipe

Leopold Apple Whiskey Bbq Burger Recipe

Time40m
Serves4

A delicious burger topped with apple whiskey BBQ sauce.

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Ingredients

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Burger Ingredients

Method

Cooking Directions

  1. 1

    Prepare the BBQ Sauce

    In a saucepan over medium heat, combine apple whiskey, ketchup, brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Stir well and bring to a simmer. Reduce heat and let it cook for about 15 minutes, stirring occasionally until it thickens.

  2. 2

    Cook the Burgers

    In a bowl, mix ground beef with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder. Form into four patties. Preheat a grill or skillet over medium-high heat and cook the patties for about 4-5 minutes on each side, or until they reach your desired doneness. In the last minute, place a slice of cheddar cheese on each patty to melt.

  3. 3

    Assemble the Burgers

    Toast the burger buns lightly. Place a lettuce leaf on the bottom half of each bun, followed by a burger patty with melted cheese, a slice of tomato, and a generous amount of the apple whiskey BBQ sauce. Top with the other half of the bun and serve immediately.

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