Butcher BBQ Turkey Brine is a competition-developed poultry brine designed to help produce a turkey that stays juicy, tender, and flavorful from the breast to the dark meat. Developed by World Champion pitmaster David Bouska, this concentrated brine combines salt, sweetness, molasses notes, savory seasonings, turmeric, onion, and poultry flavors to season and hydrate the meat before it ever reaches the smoker, grill, oven, or fryer.

The balanced sweet-and-savory profile penetrates the turkey during brining while helping the meat retain moisture throughout cooking. The result is more flavorful breast meat, juicy thighs and drumsticks, and added protection against the dry turkey that can result from long holiday cooks.

Butcher BBQ's formula is versatile enough to work as either a traditional soaking brine or an injection. For traditional brining, mix the powder with cold water or apple juice and completely submerge a thawed turkey. When time is limited, it can also be mixed as an injection and delivered directly into the breast and thighs. One container is designed to treat a turkey up to 20 pounds.

Whether you're preparing Thanksgiving dinner, Christmas turkey, smoked turkey for a competition-style meal, or simply want better poultry from your backyard smoker, Butcher BBQ Turkey Brine gives pitmasters a proven way to build moisture and flavor from the inside out.

Key Features

• World Champion Formula — Competition-developed by World Champion pitmaster David Bouska.
• Sweet & Savory Flavor — Features molasses sweetness alongside savory poultry seasonings, onion, and turmeric.
• Helps Retain Moisture — Designed to hydrate and season poultry before cooking for a juicier finished bird.
• Dual-Purpose Formula — Can be used as either a traditional soaking brine or a rapid turkey injection.
• Perfect for Smoked Turkey — Helps protect lean breast meat during extended smoker cooking.
• Works with Multiple Cooking Methods — Designed for smoking, roasting, and deep-frying.
• Mix with Water or Apple Juice — Gives cooks flexibility when building their desired flavor profile.
• Treats a Large Turkey — One container treats a bird weighing up to approximately 20 pounds.
• Easy Cold Mixing — The manufacturer states the formula mixes without requiring heated liquid.
• Holiday & Backyard Ready — Excellent for Thanksgiving, Christmas, family gatherings, and anytime turkey is on the menu.

Pro Tips

• Start with a Fully Thawed Turkey
• A completely thawed bird allows the brine to contact the meat evenly.
• Keep It Cold
• Always keep the turkey refrigerated throughout the entire brining process.
• Use Apple Juice for Added Sweetness
• The manufacturer's directions allow cold water or apple juice as the mixing liquid.
• Keep the Bird Completely Submerged
• Full contact with the brine helps promote consistent seasoning across the entire turkey.
• Use a Brining Bag
• A heavy-duty food-safe brining bag makes it easier to keep the turkey submerged while reducing refrigerator space and cleanup. Butcher BBQ offers bags designed for whole turkeys.
• Dry the Skin Thoroughly
• After removing the turkey from the brine, pat the exterior completely dry before seasoning and cooking, especially when you want crisp skin.
• Add a BBQ Rub After Brining
• Once dry, apply your favorite poultry or BBQ seasoning to build additional exterior flavor and color.
• Use the Injection Method When Short on Time
• Instead of an overnight soak, the brine can be mixed at a stronger concentration and injected directly into the breast and thighs.