Maple Whiskey Turkey Drumsticks

Maple Whiskey Turkey Drumsticks

Ready in 1 hr

Prep: 20 mins

Cook: 40 mins

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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 1 hour

Servings

Servings 4

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

  • In a Dutch oven, add salt to 4 cups of water. Heat throughout and stir until salt is completely dissolved.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • Preheat BBQ to 375°F | 190°C. Remove turkey drumsticks from brine and pat dry. Discard brine.
  • On a clean grill, BBQ turkey drumsticks over indirect heat for about 30 minutes or until internal temperature reaches 165°F | 75°C.
  • Let drumsticks rest for 15 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Per Serving

Calories: 433kcalCarbohydrates: 3gProtein: 73gFat: 14gSodium: 892mg

Credit:

Manitoba Turkey Producers