The Original Pickle Shot Debuts Pickled Lemonade for Summer Menus

The pickle trend continues to gain traction behind the bar, and The Original Pickle Shot is giving bartenders a new seasonal serve with the launch of the “Original Pickled Lemonade.”

Designed for easy execution, the cocktail combines The Original Pickle Shot with fresh lemonade and a splash of sparkling water, delivering a bright balance of sweet, tart, and savory flavors. Garnished with a lemon wedge and pickle slice, it’s an approachable way for operators to add a conversation-starting summer cocktail without adding complexity to service.

The timing aligns with growing consumer interest in pickle-inspired beverages. According to food insights platform Tastewise, online consumer discussions surrounding pickle lemonade increased 239 percent in 2025, highlighting the flavor combination’s growing appeal and its potential to drive trial in on-premise accounts.

“Life’s too short for boring drinks,” said Laura Becraft, CEO of The Original Pickle Shot. “The Original Pickled Lemonade is crisp, refreshing, and just unexpected enough to surprise guests before becoming a drink they’ll order again.”

The cocktail is part of the brand’s new “Make It Original” campaign, which encourages consumers to explore creative ways to enjoy pickle-flavored spirits. For bartenders, it also offers a fresh seasonal option built with just a few ingredients that are already staples behind most bars.

Recently ranked among Nielsen’s 10 largest flavored vodka brands in the U.S., The Original Pickle Shot is available in Original Dill and Spicy Dill expressions. Both are crafted with five-times-distilled vodka and a proprietary pickle brine recipe, containing no artificial flavors or colors, no sugar or gluten, 1.5 carbohydrates, and fewer than 40 calories per serving.

As guests continue seeking bold, unexpected flavor combinations, The Original Pickled Lemonade demonstrates how a familiar summer classic can be reimagined into a cocktail that’s equal parts refreshing, distinctive, and easy to serve.