🧾 What is it?

Znojmia Cocktail Gherkins 340 g are sterilised pickled gherkins (so-called cocktail gherkins, approx. 3–6 cm long) in a spicy sweet-and-sour brine – slightly sweet, delicately tangy and crunchy. They are ready to eat without further preparation and are ideal as a snack on their own or as an accompaniment to meals.

🧪 Ingredients and allergens

✔️ Ingredients:

• Gherkins

• Water

• Vinegar

• Sugar

• Salt

• Onion

• Dried dill

• Mustard seed (allergen)

• Stabiliser: calcium chloride

• Spice extract

⚠️ Allergens:

• Mustard seed / mustard – may be a problem for people with a mustard allergy.

(Ingredients may vary slightly depending on the specific variant and manufacturer – always check the label directly on the packaging.)

📊 Nutritional values (per 100 g)

(approximate values for this type of tinned product)

🍽️ Taste and use

✔️ Flavour: sweet and sour with a hint of dill and a subtle spicy note; typical of Czech pickled gherkins.
✔️ Texture: crunchy gherkins approx. 3–6 cm long.

📌 Recommended uses:

• 🥒 On their own: as a snack or a side dish with meat or salads

• 🍽️ On mixed platters: with smoked meats and cheeses

• 🥪 In sandwiches: for a more pronounced flavour contrast

• 🥗 In salads: particularly in potato or vegetable salads

🧊 Storage

➡️ Before opening: store the unopened product in a cool, dry place, away from direct light.
➡️ After opening: transfer the contents to a sealable container, store in the fridge and use within a few days (usually 3–5 days).

🧠 Summary

Znojmia Cocktail Cucumbers 340 g are traditional sweet-and-sour pickled cucumbers in a spiced brine, ideal as a quick side dish, snack or accompaniment to meals. Thanks to their simple ingredients and pleasant flavour, they’re a favourite in Czech cuisine and can be used wherever you fancy some crunchy and refreshing pickled gherkins.

💡 Tip: Before serving, you can slice the gherkins into rounds and add them to a salad, or serve them with tomatoes and fresh herbs for a fresh summer flavour.