Make Game Day A Big Dill With 7 Pickle-Flavored Snacks

Colorado-based Bootstrap Brewing infuses their award-winning Golden Ale with pickle juice, giving the brew a light salty dill flavor. "Not only is pickle juice delicious, but it also has health benefits, a secret that athletes have known for years," explains Steve Kaczeus, owner of Bootstrap Brewing. Just look back to the "Pickle Juice Game" when Eagles coach Andy Reid gave his players the funky liquid to battle the season opener's Texas heat as they played. (Some say the high levels of antioxidants, potassium and electrolytes aid in hydration and prevent muscle cramps.) That day the team went on to crush their longstanding rivals the Cowboys; legend credits the pickle juice. 

Though the beer version isn't recommended for playing football, it his highly recommended for watching it.  And if your team doesn't win, it might help take the sting out. 

Change up your popcorn routine by adding some serious pickle with this new release from Savory Spice. A mixture of dill, pink Himalayan sea salt, vinegar, garlic, honey powder, cayenne and black pepper, it brings a salty sting with a little kick of heat. Shake and toss with buttered popcorn, lighten it up by mixing with olive oil before adding, or simply spray kernels with water and sprinkle on top for a surprising pop of flavor.  

Dill pickle kettle chips? Been there, done that. For the same flavor, but bonus fiber and protein, bean it up!  Farver Farms is a fifth generation Montana Family farm that does lentils, and lentils only. One of their best sellers, the pickle flavor has that rewarding crunchy bite with an instant kick of salty dill with a hint of ground mustard. Vegan and gluten-free, they're a tasty way to get something more nutritious into your game gathering.

Chocolate Storybook creates over 40 flavors of cotton candy but believe it or not, their number one seller is...Pickle! Though the flavor debuted in 2014, TikTokers tasters created a sensation and took it viral in 2021. The sugary, melt-in-your-mouth delicacy has a tart pop of pickle the instant the sugar starts dissolving. (If you really want to create a mood, pick up some beer, bacon, jalapeno and pizza flavors as well!)

Bob's Pickle Pops, reminiscent of those multicolored fruity freezer pops you enjoyed as a kid, contain straight pickle juice that can be enjoyed as a frozen treat or as a liquid shot right out of the wrapper. Founded in 2008 and the "OG" of the pickle juice fad, Bob's promotes the liquid's health benefits as a recovery drink, muscle cramp reliever and hangover cure.  The portable pops are perfect for throwing in a gym bag and have also become a popular party side kick. Keep 'em on hand for a halftime pick-me-up or for some post-game morning-after relief.  

This spicy, peppery, pickle-flavored whiskey combines the beloved pickleback shot (a shot of whiskey chased by a shot of pickle brine) into one spirited step. Though delicious on its own as a funky shot or sipper, this briny hooch shapes a suburb riff on a Bloody Mary or Moscow Mule. Make it even extra for the big came with the Whicked Wing Shot: one ounce Whicked Pickle whiskey and a half-ounce of buffalo sauce garnished with a Buffalo Wing.  

Throw-back brand Archie McPhee, known for its 'impractical items that make life better,' doesn't fail on that promise with these tiny tablets.  More dilly than minty, these treats will bring a smile to your pickle passionate pals...and they'll be handy for covering up buffalo breath after the game! And if you still can't get enough briny goodness, the company has an entire shopping page just for pickle products including pickle candies, candy canes and more.