Apple Cider Vinegar Brine for Pork

2 cups Apple Cider Vinegar
1 cup Salt
1 cup Dark Brown Sugar
1 Tbs Whole Peppercorns
1 Tbs Dry Mustard
1 lb Ice

Combine Dry ingredients in large, non-reactive bowl. Heat vinegar until very hot and add to dry ingredients. Stir until dissolved. Add 1 lb Ice and stir until mostly melted.

Add pork and brine for 1 – 4 hours, depending on cut and weight. (Chops 1 – 2 hours, Roast 2 – 4 hours)

This is a wonderful brine for roasted, grilled or smoked pork recipes.