In a large pot over medium heat, add water, apple slices, and brown sugar.

Place the cloves, ginger, cinnamon sticks, pomegranate, and orange slices into a strainer bag. Tighten the strings of the bag and place the strainer in the pot.

Allow the mixture to come to a simmer (a gentle heat, softer than a low boil) for 40 minutes.

Once the simmering time is finished, remove the strainer bag and use a slotted spoon to scoop out the apples.

In a small bowl, combine the seasonings (Famous Dave’s seasoning and roasted garlic & herb spice) to create a Southern spice rub for the turkey.

Place the turkey in a deep-dish roasting pan.

Spoon some of the apple cider brine onto the turkey to keep it moist, then rub the Southern spice rub mixture all over the bird.

Lift the turkey to ensure you rub the seasoning on the bottom of the bird as well.

Pour the apple cider into the deep-dish pan with the turkey for roasting.

You may want to add a little more of the seasoning rub in areas where it may have rinsed off the turkey when the apple cider was added.

Then, place the turkey on the lower rack in the oven, uncovered.

Roast the turkey at 350 degrees F for 1 hour and 30 minutes in the apple cider brine.

Baste the turkey with the brine every 20 to 30 minutes during roasting.

When the cooking time is complete, remove the turkey from the oven and baste it again with the pan juices.

Let the turkey sit for 20 to 30 minutes before carving.

Garnish with fresh herbs like rosemary, thyme, or parsley, as well as slices of apple and orange. Serve with the turkey broth ladled on top or optional giblet gravy, and enjoy!