Jack Daniels Pulled Pork

Indulge in the smoky, tender perfection of Jack Daniels Pulled Pork, a slow-cooked masterpiece infused with the bold, caramel notes of whiskey and a medley of savory spices. This recipe starts with a seasoned pork shoulder, seared to golden brown perfection, and then bathed in a rich sauce of Jack Daniels, BBQ sauce, and tangy apple cider vinegar. After hours in the slow cooker, the pork becomes irresistibly juicy and fork-tender, ready to be shredded and tossed in a luscious, reduced cooking liquid. Perfect for sandwiches, sliders, or served alongside classics like coleslaw and cornbread, this dish is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser. Whether you're hosting a barbecue or looking for an easy yet impressive dinner idea, Jack Daniels Pulled Pork delivers bold flavors and melt-in-your-mouth texture with every bite.

Nutriscore Rating: 61/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:480 mins

Total Time:500 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 4 pounds Pork shoulder (bone-in or boneless)
• 1 tablespoon Kosher salt
• 1 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Onion powder
• 2 tablespoons Brown sugar
• 1 cup Jack Daniels whiskey
• 1.5 cups BBQ sauce (your favorite brand or homemade)
• 1 cup Chicken broth
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• 2 tablespoons Apple cider vinegar
• 1 tablespoon Yellow mustard
• 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil (for searing)

Directions

Step 1

In a small bowl, mix kosher salt, black pepper, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and brown sugar to make a dry rub.

Step 2

Pat the pork shoulder dry with paper towels. Rub the dry rub mixture all over the pork, ensuring it's evenly coated.

Step 3

Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add vegetable oil. Sear the pork shoulder on all sides until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes per side. Transfer the pork to a slow cooker.

Step 4

In a medium mixing bowl, combine Jack Daniels whiskey, chicken broth, Worcestershire sauce, apple cider vinegar, and yellow mustard. Pour the mixture over the pork shoulder in the slow cooker.

Step 5

Cover the slow cooker with its lid and cook on low for 8 hours (or high for 4-5 hours) until the pork is fork-tender and easily pulls apart.

Step 6

Once cooked, carefully transfer the pork to a large cutting board or bowl. Use two forks to shred the meat, discarding any excess fat or bone.

Step 7

Pour the cooking liquid from the slow cooker through a fine-mesh strainer into a saucepan. Discard solids and reduce the liquid over medium heat for 5-7 minutes until slightly thickened.

Step 8

In a large bowl, mix the shredded pork with the reduced cooking liquid and BBQ sauce. Stir to coat the pork evenly.

Step 9

Serve the pulled pork warm on sandwich buns, sliders, or with your favorite sides such as coleslaw or cornbread.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	2765.8 grams (2765.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	6134

Total Fat 392.80g	504%
Saturated Fat 131.10g	656%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 1270mg	423%
Sodium 6859mg	298%
Total Carbohydrate 201.50g	73%
Dietary Fiber 3.70g	13%
Total Sugars 173.90g
Protein 334.40g	669%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 359mg	28%
Iron 19mg	106%
Potassium 5890mg	125%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 62.3%

Protein: 23.6%

Carbs: 14.2%