Ingredients
- 4 turkey drumsticks
- 4 cups water
- ¼ cup kosher salt
- ¾ cup whiskey
- ½ cup maple syrup
- 2 tbsp dijon mustard
- 1 tbsp peppercorns
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- ¼ tsp clove
- 2 bay leaves
Instructions
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In a Dutch oven, add salt to 4 cups of water. Heat throughout and stir until salt is completely dissolved.
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Add whiskey, maple syrup, mustard, peppercorns, thyme, clove and bay leaves to the warm brine mixture. Mix well. Remove from heat and leave to cool completely.
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Once completely cool, transfer the mixture to a large sealable bag or container. Add turkey drumsticks and let sit in the fridge for 12-24 hours.
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Preheat BBQ to 375°F | 190°C. Remove turkey drumsticks from brine and pat dry. Discard brine.
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On a clean grill, BBQ turkey drumsticks over indirect heat for about 30 minutes or until internal temperature reaches 165°F | 75°C.
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Let drumsticks rest for 15 minutes before serving.
Nutrition Per Serving
Calories: 433kcalCarbohydrates: 3gProtein: 73gFat: 14gSodium: 892mg

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