Cherry Bomb Chops

Name: Cherry Bomb Chops
Ingredients: 4 pork loin chops, bone-in (about 1 1/2-inch thick); Brine, recipe follows; 1 teaspoon kosher salt, plus more for seasoning; 1 teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper; 2 (15-ounce) cans tart cherries; 1 cup Madeira, divided; 1 tablespoon grated orange zest; 1 tablespoon minced ginger; 1/3 cup agave syrup; 2 tablespoons grape seed oil; 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar; 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, room temperature; 3 cups water; 1 bay leaf; 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes; 1/2 teaspoon peppercorns; 1 tablespoon agave syrup; 2 tablespoons kosher salt; 1 cup ice