Combine the brine ingredients in a large pan and bring to the boil. Leave to cool

Immerse the brisket in the cooled brine add the garlic cloves then refrigerate .

Turn the meat in the brine daily for 5-7 days

Remove meat from the brine and rinse well

Put all other ingredients in a pan with the brisket and simmer for 3-4 hours

Or cook in a slow cooker for 8 hours

Or pressure cook for 30-45 minutes

This can be solved and frozen