Pickle Spritz Mocktail
Meet the most surprisingly addictive mocktail of the year—the Pickle Spritz! This brilliantly simple drink combines the salty, tangy goodness of pickle juice with crisp sparkling water for a refreshing experience that’s equal parts weird and wonderful. Don’t knock it until you try it—this unlikely combination creates the most satisfying, thirst-quenching drink that’s perfect for pickle lovers, adventurous drinkers, and anyone looking for a unique twist on hydration. With only 12 calories and endless customization options, this quirky mocktail is about to become your new guilty pleasure!
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: 1 serving 1x
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegan
Ingredients
- 1.5 oz pickle juice (olive, spicy, sweet, or dill—choose your favorite!)
- 4.5 oz sparkling water, seltzer, or club soda (chilled)
- Ice cubes (optional)
For Garnish:
- Pickle spear or pickle slice
- Fresh dill sprig (optional)
- Lemon twist (optional)
Pickle Juice Varieties to Try:
- Classic dill pickle juice
- Spicy jalapeño pickle juice
- Sweet gherkin pickle juice
- Bread and butter pickle juice
- Olive brine for a Mediterranean twist
Instructions
- Choose Your Adventure: Select your favorite pickle juice—whether you’re team dill, spicy jalapeño, or sweet gherkin, each variety creates a completely different flavor profile that’s absolutely delicious!
- Build Your Spritz: Pour 1.5 oz of your chosen pickle juice into a glass that brings you joy (seriously, the right glass makes all the difference!). Add ice if you prefer your drink extra cold.
- Add the Sparkle: Top with 4.5 oz of chilled sparkling water, watching as the bubbles dance through the pickle juice and create the most unexpectedly refreshing combination.
- Stir and Sip: Give it a gentle stir to combine the flavors, then take that first sip and prepare to be amazed by how incredibly satisfying this simple combination is!
- Garnish Like a Pro: Top with a pickle spear for the full experience, or get creative with a fresh dill sprig or lemon twist. The garnish isn’t just for looks—it adds extra flavor and makes the drink feel special.
- Enjoy the Experience: Savor this uniquely refreshing drink that’s somehow both familiar and completely surprising. Perfect for hot days, post-workout hydration, or impressing friends with your adventurous palate!
Notes
The beauty of this drink is its incredible versatility—every type of pickle juice creates a completely different experience! Spicy pickle juice adds heat, sweet pickle juice brings a unique tang, and olive brine creates a Mediterranean vibe. This drink is naturally low in calories and high in electrolytes, making it surprisingly hydrating. Store-bought pickle juice works perfectly, but if you make your own pickles, save that liquid gold! This mocktail is naturally gluten-free, vegan, and kosher. Pro tip: chill your sparkling water beforehand for the ultimate refreshing experience!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 spritz (6 oz)
- Calories: 12
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 665mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
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