I can't believe this thread is this old with this little activity, but I want to share a real winner.
I LOVE making my own BBQ sauces & have made quite a few over the years. For pulled pork, I prefer a thin, vinegar-based Lexington Dip, but the wife & I also have our favorite "all purpose" BBQ sauce which we refer to as Zip Sauce. With no cayenne in it, you can adjust the heat via the chili powder, but if you make it like this, it's about perfect. Not very spicy, with a hint of "zip"!
As I said, I make a lot of sauces, but about every 2nd or 3rd time I try a new one, I always come back & make a batch of this stuff.
2 cups ketchup
3/4 water
1/3 cup apple cider vinegar
1/3 cup white vinegar
5 tbs brown sugar
3 tbs Worcestershire sauce
3 tbs chili powder
1 1/2 tsp Kosher salt
1 1/2 tsp black pepper
1 1/4 tsp ground cumin
Whisk together all ingredients in a medium pot.
Bring to a boil, reduce heat & simmer for 30 minutes.
Once cool, store in the refrigerator.
Makes 3 1/2 cups.