Melis’ mildly spiced Pickle Soda features bubbles, gherkin and beetroot, offering a drinkable way for people to experience familiar ingredients like garlic and vinegar that are typically packed with pickles in jars. This Anuga 2023 innovation features a transformed by-product, effectively making this fizzy refreshment especially notable for its upcycled ingredients, savory profile and sustainable approach.
From pickle-flavored hard seltzers and lemonades to slushies, the explosion in popularity of tangy, briny flavors can be attributed to consumers’ growing adventurous palates and desire for bold, unique taste experiences. This willingness to explore flavors has made pickle-flavored beverages, with their zesty and savory profiles, surprisingly appealing to those seeking a refreshing twist on traditional drink options. This pickle soda simultaneously taps into consumers’ thirst for challenging spicy drinks with an infusion of hot peppers.
