Ranking Store-Bought Pickles From Worst To Best
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By JENNIFER GEER
12. Bubbies
At $8.99 for a jar, Bubbies Kosher Dill Pickles is one of the priciest options out there. It has a white, cloudy brine due to the natural fermentation process.
The aroma is good when you crack the lid, but the pickle doesn’t quite meet expectations. It lacks a fresh crunch and dill flavor, and it's salty with no depth of flavor.
11. McClure's
Made with locally grown produce and natural ingredients, McClure's Whole Garlic & Dill Pickles impresses with its appealing packaging, but the pickles disappoint.
The pickles are mushy with no crunch, and the flavor is bland with a strong aftertaste of too much garlic. The price is also too costly, with a small 16-ounce jar costing $5.
10. Suckerpunch
Suckerpunch Deli-Style Kosher Dill Wholes has a kitschy label that promises a "gourmet" pickle with a blend of 11 spices, but the pickles again fail to impress.
It has a good crunch, but the taste is a bit off. The label lists garlic, spices, and dill seed, but you can't really tell what flavor it is that really ruins this pickle's taste.
9. Vlasic
The classic American brand Vlasic has been around for over 100 years. Despite its promise of a crunchy bite on the label, its pickles are soft and soggy.
The pickles have a yellowish tinge and a strong vinegar flavor with a hint of dill. Moreover, the addition of the controversial Polysorbate 80 emulsifier is a bit concerning.
8. Wickles
With the image of a pickle dancing with a chili pepper on the label, Wickles Original Pickles may seem spicy, but it hardly gives a small kick. It also lacks that crunch.
The flavor is good, and you can taste garlic and dill, but the sweetness is overwhelming. If you like sweet pickles with a little heat and don't mind sogginess, Wickles is for you.