frequently asked questions
Are SuckerPunch pickles vegan?
Our pickles are traditionally vegan, but they our pickles are made with sugar filtered with bone char. So our pickles may not be considered vegan by all.
How are SuckerPunch pickles made? Are they fermented?
Our pickles are made traditionally, by combining a signature blend of spices, kosher salt, and sugar with distilled white vinegar and cold filtered water, heating, and pouring the mixture over crisp sliced cucumbers, garlic cloves, and other aromatics. For more details, we’ve got a whole page describing the process here!
Where can I find Suckerpunch locally?
Our products are available in stores in (all 50) US States and (all 10) Canadian provinces. Check our store locator here for tips on getting your pickle fix ASAP!
What’s the shelf life of the pickle jars once opened?
Once opened, our pickles should be good for up to 3 months, as long as the pickles are fully submerged in the brine, and kept refrigerated between 34 - 40 degrees in the main section of the refrigerator, rather than the door. As with any edible product, these estimates are dependent upon a number of factors, so please keep an eye out for any signs of deterioration in quality.
What’s the shelf life of the pickle pouches once opened?
We recommend consuming the pouched pickles within two hours of opening. If an opened pouch can’t be consumed within that time frame, we recommend the pickles be refrigerated, and consumed completely within 2 days. As with any edible product, these estimates are dependent upon a number of factors, so please keep an eye out for any signs of deterioration in quality.
What’s the shelf life of the Bloody Mary mixes once opened?
We recommend consuming Bloody Mary Mix within 7 days of opening, and the bottles should be refrigerated after opening. As with any edible product, these estimates are dependent upon a number of factors, so please keep an eye out for any signs of deterioration in quality.
What’s the shelf life of the shooters and pickle juice once opened?
We recommend drinking the shooters and pickle juice within two weeks of opening, and refrigerated once open. As with any edible product, these estimates are dependent upon a number of factors, so please keep an eye out for any signs of deterioration in quality.
Do you have an ingredients list available?
Our ingredients are listed on each jar, and towards the middle of each product’s display page. Please note some ingredients are listed as “natural flavors,” and while we’re not able to say exactly what those are, we’re committed to ensuring your experience with SuckerPunch is a safe one. As such, any products using any of the top 14 allergens are clearly labeled, and we’re happy to answer any further questions about our allergen safety process via email at contact@getsuckerpunch.com
What makes SuckerPunch different?
We got tired of the dull, lifeless pickles on grocery store shelves, and wanted to make a pickle with a bold story and an even bolder taste. We use the smallest and crispest cucumbers we can find to make our pickles, in addition to top-shelf spices, distilled vinegar, and cold-filtered water, for a flavor that “hits you like a SuckerPunch!” For more details, we’ve got a whole page describing the process here!
Got any good recipes to use up my leftover pickle brine?
Of course! Your leftover brine can be used to add that classic SuckerPunch flavor to almost any creation, including marinated fried chicken, our famous bourbon-pickle barbecue sauce, and for those looking for a little bit of adventure, try out our chef’s pickle peanut butter and sriracha ice cream! Be on the lookout for more recipes on our recipe page!
Help! I’m having trouble opening your jars. Any advice?
Our jars are sealed well to lock in the crisp flavors of our pickles, and we’ve got a few tried-and-true methods for opening those jars with a little extra lock.
1. Soak a kitchen towel with water and wring it out well. Using your non-dominant hand, grip the jar, and use the wet towel with your dominant hand to help open the jar.
2. Run hot water on top of the jar for a full minute. The heat should help loosen the jar’s grip.
3. Using the bolster of a heavy knife - the dull side, not the blade side - tap all around the edges of the jar, which will loosen it.
4. interlace your fingers and place the bottom of your palms on either side of the jar lid. Squeeze your palms together, and the jar lid will pop.
1. Soak a kitchen towel with water and wring it out well. Using your non-dominant hand, grip the jar, and use the wet towel with your dominant hand to help open the jar.
2. Run hot water on top of the jar for a full minute. The heat should help loosen the jar’s grip.
3. Using the bolster of a heavy knife - the dull side, not the blade side - tap all around the edges of the jar, which will loosen it.
4. interlace your fingers and place the bottom of your palms on either side of the jar lid. Squeeze your palms together, and the jar lid will pop.
How do the shooters help hydrate?
Our shooters include the essential rehydration electrolytes - sodium, magnesium, potassium, and calcium - scientifically proven to keep you performing at your best!
I’m interested in opening a wholesale account. Who do I contact?
Thanks for your interest! We currently serve wholesale accounts in the United States and Canada, and are distributed through both DOT Foods and KeHE Distributors. We also wholesale through Faire. For further information on direct distribution, please email us at contact@getsuckerpunch.com.