# Briny Pickle Hard Seltzers Lit Pickle Hard Seltzer is Made with Pickle Brine, Vodka & Soda Water By Laura McQuarrie | Published 2025-04-11 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lit-pickle-hard-seltzer References: [burdockbrewery](https://burdockbrewery.com/collections/new-releases/products/lit-pickle-5-5?variant=41124431429719)  Inspired by [pickle-tinis](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dill-pickle-bloody-mary), [Burdock Brewery](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/big-on-bloor-festival) 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](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/premium-pickle-juice), 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. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.1/10 - Popularity: 42% | Activity: 43% | Freshness: 39% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Drinking](https://www.trendhunter.com/drinking) ## Key Themes ### 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. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Tangy Pickle Hard Seltzers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pickle-hard-seltzer.md) - [Pickle-Flavored Hard Seltzers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/juicy-dill-pickle-straight-shooter.md) - [High-ABV Pickle Margaritas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/big-papa-pickle-margarita.md) - [Spiced Pickle Sodas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pickle-soda.md) - [Premium Pickle Brines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pickle-brine-pouch.md) - [Pickle-Flavored Canned Cocktails](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/spritz-society-pickle-by-claussen.md) - [Tart Dill Pickle Beers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pickle-beer.md) - [Pickle Juice-Infused Ales](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gold-ale.md) - [Spicy Pickle-Flavored Margarita Cocktails](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pickle-margarita.md)