4 c. vinegar (at least 5% acidity)
1 c. pickling salt
3 qts. water
1 tsp. pickling spice (optional)
Garlic
Hot peppers

Pack cucumbers upright in jars. Add garlic and hot peppers to taste. Bring salt, vinegar, water and spice to rolling boil and pour into jars to overflowing. Seal and turn upside down to cool.