Whiskey Steak Marinade

We love the flavors that homemade seasoning blends and marinades give steak. I know exactly what I am adding to the marinade and can change the ingredients easily with what I have on hand.

If you are ready to take your steak to the next level, make this Whiskey Marinade. You may also love Pineapple Steak Marinade, Bourbon Steak Marinade and Jack Daniels Marinade.

Why This Recipe Works

We love using our outdoor grill for a quick weeknight meal or for a cookout with friends and family. Cooking juicy steaks is important to me and that is why I love this Whiskey Marinade.

My steaks are always bursting with flavor and my family is always impressed. Make sure to add your favorite side dishes such as Baked Potatoes on the Grill, Grilled Bacon Wrapped Green Beans and Grilled Asparagus.

Ingredients

• Whiskey – Choose the whiskey of your choice. We have used Jack Daniels Whiskey, Bourbon Whiskey, and Tennessee Whiskey.
• Soy Sauce – If you are out, check out these Soy Sauce Substitutes.
• Worcestershire Sauce – See Worcestershire Sauce Substitutes if you are out
• Brown Sugar – Learn How to Make Brown Sugar
• Cloves Garlic, minced – You can also use garlic powder
• Dijon Mustard – Yellow Mustard is a great substitute

Scroll to the bottom for the full recipe and ingredients in the recipe card.

Variations Ideas

• Steak – Use any type of steak recipe with this marinade. We have used Grilled Flank Steak, New York Strip Steak, T-Bone Steaks, Rib Eye and Sirloin Steak.
• Other Cuts of Meats – Feel free to use this marinade for Grilled Chicken Breast Recipes or Grilled Bone-In Pork Chops.

How to Make Whiskey Steak Marinade

Step 1 – In a medium bowl, whisk together the whiskey, soy sauce, Worcestershire sauce, and brown sugar until the sugar dissolves.

Step 2 – Add the minced garlic, dijon mustard, and pepper. Whisk to combine.

Step 3 – Slowly drizzle in the olive oil while whisking continuously to emulsify the marinade.

Step 4 – Place steaks in a non-reactive dish or a large ziplock bag. Pour the marinade over the steaks, ensuring they’re well coated.

• Step 5 – Cover the dish or seal the bag, removing as much air as possible. Refrigerate and let marinate for 2-8 hours.
• Step 6 – Remove steaks from the marinade 30 minutes before cooking to allow them to come to room temperature. Discard the used marinade.

Expert Tips

• Leftover Marinade – Make sure to discard any leftover marinade that has come in contact with any raw meat. Any unused marinade, store in a airtight container for up to 3 days.
• Combine Ingredients – Combine the the ingredients in a bowl until everything is mixed together completely.
• Before Grilling Steaks – We like to remove as much as the marinade from the steaks before placing on the grill. This allows the steak to have brown with the perfect texture.

How Long to Marinade Steak

For tender cuts like ribeye or strip, 2-4 hours is plenty. Tougher cuts like flank or skirt steak do better with a longer marinade, up to 8 hours.

Avoid marinating for longer than 8 hours. The acid in the whiskey and Worcestershire can start to break down the meat too much, potentially making it mushy.

Marinate Steaks in the refrigerator. If using a glass bowl, make sure to cover with a plastic wrap.