Maple Venison Breakfast Sausage

3 lbs ground venison
1 lb ground pork fat/fat back*
2 tsp thyme
1 tsp marjoram
2 tsp salt
2 Tbs. rubbed sage (not ground sage)
1 tsp black pepper (fine grind)
8 Tbs maple syrup (1/2 cup)
1/2 cup ice water

Combine the venison and pork fat. Combine the spices, maple syrup, and water. Pour over the meat and mix well. Form into patties or links. Fry on med/low heat.