1. Rinse and inspect beans, then add to inner pot with 7 cups water. Close lid and vent, set timer for 5 minutes on high pressure. Allow natural release for 35 minutes after pressure. Once released, drain beans and discard water.
2. While the beans are "soaking" *(cooking) in the instant pot, you can prepare the other ingredients. Chop the onions, peppers, and garlic. Set aside.
3. Combine all the other ingredients: vegetable broth, maple syrup, tomato paste, brown sugar, vegan Worcestershire sauce, molasses, apple cider vinegar, liquid smoke, mustard powder, and smoked paprika. Give it a really good stir.