Combine Ingredients: In a medium saucepan, combine the ketchup, brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, honey, lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, Dijon mustard, smoked paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder. Make sure all the ingredients are fully combined by giving it a good stir.

Cook The Sauce: Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a simmer. Reduce the heat to low and continue to simmer, stirring occasionally, for about 15 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened to your desired consistency.

Season: Taste the sauce and adjust the seasoning with salt and black pepper as needed. Remember, the key to a great BBQ sauce is finding the perfect balance of flavors!

Cool And Serve: Remove the saucepan from the heat and let the sauce cool to room temperature. Once cooled, transfer the sauce to a jar or bottle and refrigerate until ready to serve.