I've used the following for about 5 years on turkey. Let it soak for 48 hours for best results.


Smokin’ Okie’s Holiday Turkey Brine:

• 1 gallon water
• 1 cup coarse kosher salt
• 3/4 cup soy sauce
• 1/2 cup white sugar
• 1/2 cup brown sugar
• 1/2 cup honey
• 1/2 cup apple cider vinegar
• 4 tablespoons black pepper
• 3 - 4 tablespoons chopped garlic
• 1 teaspoon allspice
• put every thing in pot and bring to a rolling boil except the honey. After removing from stove add honey and let brine get cold before putting turkey in.

Optional: 1 oz. (or 2 tablespoons) Morton’s Tenderquick (Note: In older brines, this is there to help with Food Safety, I just omit)

Tip: Try beer in place of some of the water, or substitute apple juice.  Try a variety of spices