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I Tried The New Pickle Spritz & Was Pleasantly Surprised

In April 2022, Spritz Society announced an unconventional flavor as an April Fool’s prank: sour pickle. Rather than disgust, the joke was met with intrigue and requests for the peculiar flavor from the beloved wine company — more typically known for their sweet, fruity spritzes. The prank has become reality, and Claussen pickles is teaming up with Spritz Society to create a first-of-its kind pickle flavored sparkling wine cocktail that’s perfect for summer BBQs and pool parties.

Anyone who has ever eaten with me knows that I love pickles — I always have a Costco gallon container of Grillo’s in my fridge, and I’m the designated recipient of unwanted side pickles when out at restaurants with friends. Plus, I’m 100% convinced that it’s the summer of spritzes, so Spritz Society and Claussen’s collab was right up my alley.

Pickle Spritz
Kennedy Dierks

What does the Pickle Spritz taste like?

As soon as I cracked open the 8.5-ounce can (the perfect size for a canned cocktail, IMO), I got a whiff of pickle juice. There’s absolutely no mistaking the flavor of this wine-based cocktail — it is, without a doubt, pickle wine. Given the strong scent, I’m not sure why I was surprised when I took my first sip and was immediately hit with the briny, savory flavor of pickles.

The pickle juice, though, didn’t drown out the wine. In fact, the flavors balanced nicely, creating a spritz that was crisp, zippy, and refreshing, with a nice briny kick. Imagine the ratios of a mimosa, but instead of orange juice, pickle juice and prosecco creates a savory profile — almost like that of a dirty martini. The Pickle Spritz’s vegetable and pickle flavors brings a tangy, tart twist to a canned wine with a modest 6% ABV that doesn’t overpower the cocktail’s unique flavors.

Pickle Spritz
Kennedy Dierks

Is the Pickle Spritz good?

If you like pickles, you might just love the unique flavor of Claussen and Spritz Society’s Pickle Spritz. The pickle flavor is definitely the star of the show and clearly identifiable, but it works well with the wine’s flavors to create a well-balanced cocktail that is both sweet and sour, and tart and tangy. It’s unexpected, unique, and refreshing, making for a captivating canned cocktail that may be my new go-to drink of the summer.

The Pickle Spritz — which is only available on Spritz Society’s website — is already sold out. These sought-after spritzes are available in quantities of two four-packs, priced reasonably at $50 — and they’re only available while supplies last, so check back soon for a restock. 

Kennedy Dierks is a National Contributor at Spoon University, and chapter president of Spoon at Seton Hall University in New Jersey. She covers all things food and has a soft spot for pop-culture moments, product launches, and the occasional cocktail.

Beyond Her Campus, Kennedy plans to pursue medicine and currently works as a medical assistant and clinical researcher. She has written for Teen Vogue, ABC News, and Girl’s Life Magazine, in addition to a number of academic and scholarly journals. She recently graduated from Seton Hall University, where she majored in Biology and Religious Studies while minoring in Art History. Kennedy is currently pursuing a Master’s Degree at Seton Hall’s College of Interprofessional Health Sciences.

Kennedy is a Taylor Swift aficionado who is convinced that a New Jersey bagel makes everything better. In her free time, she can be found teaching spin classes at the gym, playing the guitar, designing art for her Redbubble shop, or roaming the aisles of Trader Joe’s looking for her new favorite product.