Poultry Brine

Marinades

1 gallon water
1/4 cup vinegar; (white)
1 tablespoon pickling spice
1/2 teaspoon allspice
1 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon celery salt
1 1/2 cups salt
1/4 cup brown sugar
1 tablespoon maple extract
1 teaspoon Liquid Smoke

To make brine: Dissolve the sugar and salt in the cold water. Add spices to the vinegar, bring to a boil and let cool. Add vinegar and spices to brine. Next, add maple extract and Liquid Smoke to the brine. Can also be used for brining breasts, quarters or whole chickens.