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popeyes pickle lemonade

Popeyes Pickle Lemonade Recipe

A tangy, refreshing copycat beverage that combines fresh lemonade with pickle brine to create a sweet-sour-salty flavor. Ready in under 5 minutes with just a few simple ingredients.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings: 2 Servings
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients
  

  • 0.5 cup fresh lemon juice about 4-5 lemons; fresh is vastly superior to bottled for authentic flavor
  • 0.25 cup pickle juice/brine use the liquid from a jar of dill pickles
  • 0.5 cup granulated sugar balances the acidity of the lemon and brininess of the pickle juice
  • 3 cups cold water dilutes the strong flavors to create a refreshing drink
  • as needed ice cubes essential for serving the drink properly chilled
For Garnish
  • as desired pickle spears
  • as desired lemon slices
  • as desired fresh mint leaves
  • pinch cayenne pepper for a subtle heat

Equipment

  • cocktail shaker or mason jar
  • measuring spoons

Method
 

  1. Combine fresh lemon juice, pickle brine, and granulated sugar in a pitcher
  1. Add cold water and stir well until the sugar is completely dissolved
  1. Fill glasses with ice cubes
  1. Pour the pickle lemonade mixture over the ice
  1. Garnish with pickle spears, lemon slices, or fresh mint leaves if desired
  1. Serve immediately and enjoy