While Salt & Straw is no stranger to obscure ice cream flavors, now the creamery is taking things to the next level with its new Dill Pickle Sorbet. Ideal for those who can't get enough of the tangy taste of pickle juice, the new dish is a unique take on two beloved foods.
Salt & Straw's new Dill Pickle Sorbet is a seasonal ice cream flavor that is available from the brand's Portland location. To make the frozen treat, Salt & Straw begins by juicing cucumbers and whipping up a simple syrup blended with fresh dill. These ingredients are then combined with xanthan gum and a little rice vinegar to create the creamy sorbet base. Customers can then enjoy the tangy treat on top of a cone, or served banana-split style with two pickle spears instead of fruit.
What's Driving This Trend
- Pickle-flavored Desserts
- Innovative dessert brands can experiment with merging salty and sweet flavors in new and unique ways.
- Savory Sorbets
- Frozen treat companies can expand their offerings beyond traditional sweet flavors and cater to those who prefer savory options.
- Vegetable-infused Desserts
- There is an opportunity for dessert brands to experiment with incorporating vegetables into their desserts, appealing to health-conscious consumers.
Who This Affects Most
- Ice Cream and Sorbet Manufacturers
- Companies that manufacture ice cream and sorbet can innovate and expand their offerings to cater to consumers who prefer unique and unconventional flavors.
- Dessert and Snack Retailers
- Retailers that specialize in desserts and snacks can feature pickle-flavored desserts in their stores, offering customers a new and bold flavor experience.
- Food and Beverage Caterers
- Catering companies can create savory options for dessert buffets to cater to customers who are looking for something beyond traditional sweet options.
