FINALLY, FINALLY I got my hands on some McClure's pickles! I did not want to commit ordering a case so I tried our local retailer, WIlliams and Sonoma. I went in just expecting I could pick them up, but they told me as soon as they are in they sell out, so I had them take my name and number and call me when they come in. Twice I did this because they never called. Finally I ordered them from a place in Kansas City called The Better Cheddar. They were also sold out, but did ship me some as soon as they got some in! Thank goodness.
I have read all over the place these are the best pickles out there. The first jar I tried was the Garlic Dill pickles. These pickles were good. They were crisp and had a strong garlic flavor. Honestly, they were solidly good, but did not knock my socks off. There was a little tang that made me crave them through out the day, but at $12 a jar Claussen are a solid substitute. The brine was delicious though. This is the best brine I have ever taken a sip of. I still can't justify putting them in regular rotation at $12 a jar.
McClure's is a company that started in Detroit Michigan. There is a lot I like about this company. They use local produce when they can, and when it is not possible they talk to the farmer to ensure the best product. They hand slice their pickles, which I believe for two reasons, the pickles in my jar were many different sizes. Not the cucumber, the actual slices. Some where spears, others were more like halves, much like someone doing them at home! The other interesting tidbit about this company is that it is owned by two brothers. One of whom is a doctoral student and the other is an actor. Yet again, the entertainment business ties in with pickles. I think people often think of aspiring actors/actresses/directors, as wait staff, but apparently they also have a strong presents in the Pickle industry!
Here is a commercial that Bob, one of the co-founders is in:
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