Inspired by pickle-tinis, Burdock Brewery crafted Lit Pickle Hard Seltzer, a daring and unforgettable fusion with all the simplicity of a minimal-ingredent cocktail. This ready-to-drink hard seltzer comes in at 5.5% ABV, offering a convenient way to enjoy a bold, briny beverage, or something punchy to add to a Caesar.
Lit Pickle Hard Seltzer is made with just three ingredients: real kosher dill pickle brine, vodka, and soda water—and no artificial flavoring. Flavor-wise, Burdock Brewery describes Lit Pickle as “salty, dilly, a little garlicy, very pickle-ee, and shockingly delicious.”
As unconventional as they may be, beverages like this are on the rise, with more drinkers seeking options that offer a unique alternative to traditionally sweet ones.
Key Themes Behind This Trend
- Savoring Savory Beverages
- The rise of savory beverages like pickle-flavored seltzers caters to consumers seeking alternatives to traditional sweet drinks.
- Minimal-ingredient Innovations
- Crafting drinks with only a few, high-quality ingredients offers a transparent and clean-label appeal.
- Pickle-infused Alcoholic Drinks
- Incorporating pickle brine into alcoholic beverages introduces an unconventional twist that intrigues adventurous drinkers.
Where This Applies
- Ready-to-drink Beverages
- The emergence of novel flavor profiles in ready-to-drink alcoholic beverages entices curious consumers looking for convenience and excitement.
- Craft Distilling
- Craft distilleries are leveraging distinctive ingredients like pickle brine to create unique and memorable flavor experiences.
- Specialty Ingredients
- The demand for unique concoctions is expanding the market for specialty ingredients such as pickle brine in the beverage industry.
