Maple Turkey Brine

This dark sweet brine, enriched with maple syrup and whiskey, can be used on any kind of poultry and pork. It gives a sweet, maple flavor to meats.

• Preparation Time: 15 mins
• Cooking Time: 20 mins
• Total Time: 35 mins
• Calories: 180 Calories

Ingredients

• 2 teaspoons whole black peppercorns
• 1 cup soy sauce
• 2 cups dark brown sugar
• 6 bay leaves
• 1 cup maple syrup
• 4 quarts water, divided
• 8 cloves whole garlic cloves, peeled
• 3 large fresh thyme sprigs
• 1 cup sour mash whiskey
• 0.75 cup sea salt

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Place 2 quarts of water in a large pot over medium heat, and stir in brown sugar, soy sauce, maple syrup, sea salt, garlic cloves, bay leaves, thyme sprigs, peppercorns, and whiskey. Stir to dissolve brown sugar and salt; bring to a boil. Remove from heat, and stir in remaining 2 quarts of water. Allow brine to cool completely before using.