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Spicy Pickles Ranked: A Guide to Atlanta Pickles' Boldest Flavors
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Not all heat is created equal. If you're building out a spice tolerance (or just love to sweat a little while you snack), here's how our hottest jars compare. For the full 1-to-5 breakdown, see our spicy pickles heat scale.
A gentle kick
The Spicy Carrots bring chili flakes and garlic to a crunchy base, a great entry point if you want zesty without an overwhelming burn. Pair with grilled meats or tacos.
Our "Spicy" jars: a steady 3 out of 5
Anything with "Spicy" in the name is made with habanero and sits at 3 out of 5 on our heat scale. The Spicy Okra and The Spicy Garlic (a 2026 Good Food Award winner) bring a steady heat that builds over a few bites, built for charcuterie boards and sandwiches.
Bold and unapologetic
The Hot Pickle is exactly what it sounds like: sour dill chips with real heat, for people who read "mild" on a label as a challenge.
The top of the scale: The Ghost Pickle
The Ghost Pickle is our hottest jar at 4 out of 5, and the only one that truly stings. It won Best Spicy at the 2024 Artisan International Flavor Awards. Start with one chip.
The cocktail spice
For something different, The Horse Pickle brings horseradish heat instead of chili heat, a favorite for Bloody Marys and anyone who wants spice with a savory edge.
Can't choose one?
The Blazing Box puts three spicy jars together, or build your own box and sample across the heat spectrum.
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