Unveiling the Elegance of The Perfect Pickle Back Shot
A Salty Bougie Adventure
Ah, pickles—a true staple in the global food realm, and oh-so-beloved by yours truly. There's something utterly satisfying about the tangy crunch and, dare I say, even a sip or two of that delightful brine. But hold on to your bougie hats, for I have a quirky and salty shot to introduce to you: the infamous Pickle Back.
If you have a taste for funky and daring concoctions, this one's made for you. Not only does it tantalize your senses, but it's also said to have hangover-curing powers. Ah, yes, the classic "hair of the dog" remedy, but in this case, it's a shot packed with a healthy dose of sodium, potassium, and magnesium to help you conquer the hangover hump.
Now, let's take a stroll back to Brooklyn, NY, where this magnificence originated. The stories vary slightly, but they all revolve around McClure's pickles, a hungover bartender, and a daring whiskey-loving patron. It is said that after the bartender chowed down on pickles to cure the morning-after blues, some brine remained in the jar. Being the innovative spirit they were, the bartender proceeded to serve those brine shots alongside whiskey—and thus, the pickle back shot was born.
My first pickle back memory is a bit blurry, probably due to the merriment surrounding the occasion. I recall indulging in these pickled wonders, but the exact time and wedding elude me. What I do know is that we savored them. Our pickle backs had a bit of a bougie twist—instead of the classic brine chaser, we opted for shots of tequila followed by a pickle chip topped with hot sauce. Sometimes, you have to embrace what's available and create your own flavorful adventures!
Incorporating my own spin, I now make spicy pickles using an Asian crock year-round, which brings a unique zest to these shots. Whether you opt for the classic brine or one with a bougie twist, like my homemade spicy pickles, this shot will add a touch of flavorful whimsy to your summer soirées, elevating your taste for the extraordinary—just like a true Bougie Brunette connoisseur! Cheers!
