2 minutes • Standard shot glass
Pickleback
Weird on paper, beloved in practice, and exactly the sort of ritual people love telling stories about.
The whiskey arrives hot and clean, then the pickle brine crashes in with cold salt, vinegar, and dill for a strangely satisfying reset.
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Detailed description
Pickleback is a spicy and savory shots built around whiskey. Weird on paper, beloved in practice, and exactly the sort of ritual people love telling stories about.
The build centers on 3/4 oz Irish whiskey and 3/4 oz pickle brine. In the glass, the whiskey arrives hot and clean, then the pickle brine crashes in with cold salt, vinegar, and dill for a strangely satisfying reset.
It comes together in 2 minutes and is served in a standard shot glass. Serve it right after mixing so the salty or spicy finish stays bright and direct.
Home bar notes
Prep time
2 minutes
Glassware
Standard shot glass
Equipment
Jigger, Shot glass
Serving tip
Serve it right after mixing so the salty or spicy finish stays bright and direct.
Ingredients
- 3/4 oz Irish whiskey
- 3/4 oz pickle brine
How to make it
- Serve the whiskey shot and the pickle brine chaser side by side.
- Then knock them back in quick succession.
Why this one works
The whiskey arrives hot and clean, then the pickle brine crashes in with cold salt, vinegar, and dill for a strangely satisfying reset.
Make it your own
Salt, spice, or brine can take over fast, so make small adjustments and retaste before scaling it for a group.
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