The Dill Pickle & Pickling Spice Blend was specially crafted to help you prepare delicious homemade dill pickles packed with the flavors of dill, bay leaf, and traditional pickling spices. This sweet-and-savory, herbaceous, and moderately zesty blend makes it easy to transform fresh vegetables into flavorful homemade pickles.
Originally developed for dill pickles, this blend is also excellent for pickled vegetables, green beans, cauliflower, carrots, and even pickled eggs. It delivers a balanced flavor profile reminiscent of traditional homemade pickling recipes.
Whether enjoyed as a snack, a side dish, or as a practical way to preserve extra vegetables, this seasoning makes homemade pickling simple, delicious, and rewarding.
A recipe card is included to help you prepare homemade dill pickles from your very first batch.
Size
Available size: 100 g
Options: Mild or Extra Jalapeño Heat
Flavor Profile
- Dill-forward
- Herbaceous
- Sweet and savory
- Peppery
- Moderately zesty
- Traditional homemade pickle flavor
Why You'll Love It
- Specially designed for homemade dill pickles
- Delicious with pickled vegetables and pickled eggs
- Balanced blend of dill, bay leaf, and pickling spices
- Available in Mild or Extra Jalapeño Heat versions
- Recipe card included
How to Use Dill Pickle & Pickling Spice Blend
Add the seasoning to a mixture of vinegar and water, bring to a boil, then pour the hot brine over your vegetables in glass jars.
This blend is perfect for:
- Homemade dill pickles
- Pickled cucumbers
- Pickled green beans
- Pickled cauliflower
- Pickled carrots
- Mixed pickled vegetables
- Pickled eggs
Allow the jars to cool before sealing and store them in the refrigerator.
Warrior Tip
For extra kick, add a few slices of fresh jalapeño directly to the jar before pouring in the hot brine.
Perfect With
- Cucumbers
- Green or yellow beans
- Cauliflower
- Carrots
- Pearl onions
- Hard-boiled eggs
- White vinegar
- Apple cider vinegar
Recipe Ideas
- Homemade dill pickles
- Quick pickled cucumbers
- Pickled green beans
- Pickled cauliflower
- Pickled carrots
- Pickled eggs
- Mixed vegetable pickles
How Much to Use
- 4 tablespoons per 500 mL of vinegar and 500 mL of water
- Adjust to taste
Ingredients
- Sea salt
- Maple sugar
- Crushed chili peppers
- Italian pepper
- Dill umbels
- Bay leaves
Allergens
Contains: No recognized allergens.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this blend only for pickles?
No. While it was designed primarily for dill pickles, it is also excellent for pickled vegetables, green beans, cauliflower, carrots, and pickled eggs.
Is this blend spicy?
The regular version is mildly to moderately zesty, comparable to a medium salsa. The Extra Jalapeño Heat version delivers additional heat.
Can I use it for pickled eggs?
Absolutely. It works wonderfully with hard-boiled eggs and adds classic dill pickle flavor with notes of bay leaf and pickling spices.
What type of vinegar should I use?
You can use white vinegar for a classic pickle flavor or apple cider vinegar for a slightly fruitier profile.
Do the jars need to be refrigerated?
Yes. The included recipe is designed for refrigerator pickles and should be stored refrigerated.
Is a recipe included?
Yes. A recipe card is included to help you prepare homemade dill pickles.
What size is available?
The blend is available in a 100 g format.