Juniper Brine Recipe

Name: Juniper Brine
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: General
Ingredients: 2/3 cup (3 ounces or 85 grams) Diamond Crystal brand kosher salt; 2/3 cup sugar; 6 whole cloves; 1 teaspoon juniper berries, crushed (see Notes); 1/2 teaspoon black peppercorns, crushed (see Cooks Note); 2 teaspoons whole allspice berries, crushed (see Notes); 5 fresh sage leaves; 4 sprigs fresh thyme; 2 bay leaves; 8 cups hot water; 4 cups ice water

Servings: persons

2/3 cup (3 ounces or 85 grams) Diamond Crystal brand kosher salt
2/3 cup sugar
6 whole cloves
1 teaspoon juniper berries, crushed (see Notes)
1/2 teaspoon black peppercorns, crushed (see Cooks Note)
2 teaspoons whole allspice berries, crushed (see Notes)
5 fresh sage leaves
4 sprigs fresh thyme
2 bay leaves
8 cups hot water
4 cups ice water

1
In a large saucepan, stir together the salt, sugar, cloves, juniper berries, peppercorns, and allspice.
2
Add the sage leaves, thyme, and bay leaves along with the hot water.
3
Stir to combine.
4
Bring to a boil over high heat, stirring frequently until the salt and sugar have dissolved.
5
Boil for 3 minutes, then remove from the heat.
6
Add the ice water and stir to cool the mixture.
7
Set aside and let cool to room temperature.
8
Proceed with brining the turkey.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2/3 cup (3 ounces or 85 grams) Diamond Crystal brand kosher salt, 2/3 cup sugar, 6 whole cloves, 1 teaspoon juniper berries, crushed (see Notes), and more.

Yes, Juniper Brine falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Juniper Brine

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