Ingredients (27)

5-8 pound Pork Butt

For the Brine:

4 Cups Water

4 Cups Apple Cider

1/2 Cup Kosher Salt

1/2 Cup Dark Brown Sugar

3 Heaping Tablespoons Dry Rub

2 Bay Leaves

1 Pinch Red Pepper Flakes

For the Dry Rub:

1 Tablespoon Onion Powder

1 Heaping Tablespoon Smoked Paprika

1 Tablespoon Garlic Powder

1 Tablespoon Chili Powder

1 1/2 Tablespoon Kosher Salt

1 Tablespoon Pepper

2 Teaspoons Cayenne Powder

2 Teaspoons Dry Mustard

1 Tablespoon Cumin

1/2 Cup Dark Brown Sugar

For the BBQ Sauce (Optional):

1/2 Cup Apple Cider Vinegar

1/2 Cup White Vinegar

1/4 Cup to 1/3 Cup Brown Sugar

1/2 Teaspoon Chili Powder

2 Pinches Red Pepper Flakes

Salt to taste