It’s nice and sweet (I don’t like ciders that make me gurn), but not so sweet that it feels artificial. Served with two Wholesome Fixin's Sides. If you like it super spicy, kick it up a notch. This sauce is smooth and on the thin side, and it seeps down into the meat. Mike Mills is the only person to win three Grand World Champion titles at the Memphis in May International Barbecue Festival. Try a delicious apple-flavored barbecue sauce recipe for something different on top of your pork ribs or chicken. Big bonus, since this barbecue sauce is from scratch, you can completely adjust the level of heat to your liking! Barbecue sauce with a fall twist! As you can imagine, apple cider BBQ sauce calls for a really great bottle of cider. Adapted from a recipe by Mike Mills. Just a really good, solid cider. I used Wyld Wood, which is a cider made in Herefordshire. Either way you make it, you’ll be in heaven with this homemade apple cider barbecue sauce! Our grilled chicken breast, seasoned with Smoky Southern Spice and topped with zesty apple cider BBQ sauce and a fresh Gala apple n' dried cranberry chutney. In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine ketchup, apple sauce, cider, vinegar, brown sugar, worcestershire, dijon … Apple Cider BBQ Chicken Breast. Or, go the other way and downplay the spices for a sweeter sauce.