Pickled cucumbers are one of the world’s favorite snacks. Originating millennia ago with workers who built the Great Wall of China, this snack food now comes in a wide variety of flavors and varieties.
Check out the most popular pickles on Earth, and what sets them apart.
Dill Pickles
Dill pickles are popular as a savory snack and are often served with sandwiches or meals. Made in a brine whose main ingredients are dill and garlic, these pickles aren’t sweet, but they certainly pack a lot of flavor. They can be served and cut in a variety of ways.
Bread and Butter Pickles
Bread and butter pickles are a unique variety that was originally made to be served on sandwiches or with bread. Made by leaving cucumbers in a solution containing apple cider vinegar and brown sugar, these pickles are normally served in small, thin, circular slices.
Gherkins
Gherkins are a sweet and sour pickle variety that is often made with a type of small cucumber, making them a bite-sized snack. White vinegar and white sugar are normally used in their production, making them a pickle that combines two strong flavors.
