Jack & Coke Glazed Wings

Ingredients

Chicken Wings

• 6 pounds split chicken wings
• 1 cup Jack Daniels
• 1 cup Coca Cola
• 3 Tbsp brown sugar
• kosher salt, pepper, ground red pepper, garlic powder

Jack Daniels and Coke Glaze

• 1 cup ketchup
• 3/4 cup Jack Daniels
• 3/4 cup Coca Cola
• 3 Tbsps brown sugar
• 2 Tbsps worcestershire sauce
• 1 to 2 Tbsps hot sauce of choice
• 2 Tbsps fresh lime juice
• kosher salt, pepper

Instructions

1. Place chicken wings in a very large plastic bag (or divide evenly between 2 gallon size bags). Pour the Jack Daniels and Coca Cola over the chicken wings to cover. Place in the fridge for at least 1 hour or overnight.
2. Drain the liquid from the chicken wings and discard liquid. Place the brown sugar in the bag with the wings and mix the bag to coat evenly.
3. Remove chicken wings and place on a baking sheet. Sprinkle both sides evenly with kosher salt, pepper, ground red pepper, and garlic powder.
4. Cooking in the smoker: Set the smoker to 225 degrees. Smoke for 2 hours, turning halfway through. During the last few minutes of cooking brush with the Jack Daniels and Coke Glaze. Cooking in the oven: Place the baking sheet in a 425 degree oven for 40-45 minutes, turning halfway through. During the last few minutes of cooking brush with the Jim Beam and Coke Glaze.

Jack Daniels and Coke Glaze

1. Combine all ingredients in a saucepan, whisk and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 12 to 15 minutes, whisking occasionally.