Dill pickles can be found in most grocery store refrigerators across America.
But after trying nine differentdill pickles, I learned that not all brands are created equally.
Keep reading to find out the best tasting dill pickles that should always be in your refrigerator.
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The inside was mushy and soggy and fell apart as I was taking it out of the jar.
Olive Kosher Dill Spears
One brand that I had high hopes for was Mt.
Olive, but it ended up falling flat.
Walmart
The pickles were soggy and lacked that punch of dill flavor that I was looking for in a pickle.
The pickles were crisp and juicy, which is exactly what I look for in a jarred pickle.
These pickles came packed in a plastic tub versus a glass jar like more traditional pickles.
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The pickles were crisp but lacked any dill flavor.
This pickle is what you might give to a kid who is trying pickles for the first time.
Some sodium benzoate and EDTA are along for the ride with these pickles.
Kroger
The center was slightly mushy, but overall, these were pickles I would buy again.
The taste was smooth and refreshing without being overwhelming.
Overall, I would keep these in my fridge on a regular basis.
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These also contain polysorbate 80 and natural flavors but are naturally colored with turmeric.
The spears had a tart vinegar taste and were very crisp.
The pickles were juicy and had a nice dill flavor that wasn’t too much.
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Claussen Kosher Dill Pickle Spears
Just missing the top spot are the Claussen Kosher Dill Pickle Spears.
The pickles were crisp and crunchy, without a hint of interior sogginess.
If you’re looking for a jarred pickle, this is the one to get.
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The pickles were very crunchy and had a strong dill and garlic taste.
In fact, there’s dill and garlic floating around in the brine the pickles are packed in.
In the end, you have to wonder why preservatives, added colors, and other flavors are needed.
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Courtesy of Grillo’s Pickles
